UE4 Character Generalist

Job Description

We are seeking UE4 Character Generalists to join our team! The UE4 Character Generalist will be responsible for a wide range of tasks and should expect a variety of challenges.

Requirements:

Role & Responsibilities
• Be proficient on a broad mix of character-related disciplines such as modelling, texturing and shading
• Model and texture high- and low-resolution assets using 3DS Max/Maya, ZBrush, Substance, and Photoshop
• Provide rigging and look dev ready assets that meet the technical requirements of the production pipeline
• Research new shader development techniques
• Texture characters in a range of styles from stylized to photorealistic
• Prepare assets for physical simulations such as cloth, and hair
• Strong knowledge of the latest industry standard tools, workflows, and techniques
• Optimize models and textures to meet the specifications set by the Lead Artist
• Maintain the quality and continuity of the art direction
• Solve department problems and set best practices with the team lead
• Effectively and proactively communicate issues with colleagues and openly adapt your work to the show's notes and direction
• Work with the Production Department to meet project deadlines and milestones, including assets deliveries weekly quotas, as set by project leads and the production department
• Use proprietary pipeline tools to ensure each asset meets technical standards

Qualifications
• 2+ years of shader development experience in games or film industry
• 2+ years of experience using Maya, Substance Pro, Photoshop, Z-Brush or equivalents
• 2 + years of shader development in Unreal Engine
• High proficiency modelling in Maya and Zbrush
• Extensive anatomical knowledge
• Extensive knowledge of shaders, physics and other character related developments
• Expert understanding and attention to detail in all aspects of UV's and shading, texturing and look development
• Understanding of color theory and how lighting affects color
• Good understanding of rigging & animation are a plus
• Must be able to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet team deadlines
• Able to follow supervisor/leads instructions, ensuring assets and shots created are organized and optimized
• Ability to communicate creative and technical ideas
• Excellent visual skills and high attention to detail

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj8j80-52-14-224-197-42 in your application.