Associate Photogrammetry Artist

Job Description

Treyarch is looking for a passionate Associate Photogrammetry Artist to join our photogrammetry team, creating next-gen content for our next game. Qualified candidates will work alongside a team of extraordinary environment artists, technical artists, and level designers who have worked on one of the most successful video game franchises of all time. Our ideal candidate is excited about creating believable environments and content based on real world data. If you're passionate about video games, working collaboratively, and have a strong portfolio, come join our team!

What you'll be doing…
• Operate a fully or semi-automated end-to-end photogrammetry pipeline to generate high quality game assets.
• Implement feedback from the world building team on the content generated by the photogrammetry team.
• Help provide feedback for external vendors on photogrammetry best practices based on team's needs.
• Traveling locally, to scan architecture assets, Materials and props.
• Constantly look for opportunities to improve the workflow to maximize efficiency in generating high quality assets.
• Operate a multicamera photogrammetry rig.
• Consulting with additional art disciplines on adapting photogrammetry practices to their workflows.
• Collaborating with the Design team on supporting gameplay functionality while achieving believability goals.
• Adhering to the aesthetic and technical standards set by the Studio Art Director and Technical Art department.
• Frequently communicating updates and escalating concerns when necessary to the appropriate team members or managers.

To succeed you should have…
• A willingness to learn new skills and workflows in a fast-paced environment.
• An understanding of level execution for modular level construction.
• An understanding of Photogrammetry conceptually.
• Portfolio examples of successfully generated photogrammetry content.
• Experience with common 2D and 3D software packages (Max/Maya, Zbrush, Substance, and Photoshop).
• Experience with photogrammetry software such as Reality Capture or equivalent.
• Experience using LIDAR technology is a plus.
• An understanding in one or more Game Engines (Radiant, CryEngine, Unreal, Unity, or equivalent).
• A minimum of 1+ year of experience working in the game industry or the 3D industry in general.
• A portfolio demonstrating the ability to execute a photogrammetry asset with at least 3 examples.
• The ability to be proactive in a large, fast-paced team environment that requires extensive communication and coordination with both internal and external developers.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.''

Covid-19 Hiring Update: We've transitioned to a work-from-home model and we're continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person's circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.

PS, we've also got some pretty amazing office perks and benefits, like 20 vacation days and 16 holidays, 10 weeks of family leave, free lunches and snacks at our office, comprehensive healthcare, and more! Check out all the details here for more information: https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rvpx60-13-59-36-203-42 in your application.