Associate 3D Artist

We are currently seeking a full-time, Associate 3D Artist, to create art assets for an unannounced project. The ideal candidate is skillful in creating a variety of art assets and has a strong artistic eye. Furthermore, the artist should be comfortable with a technical pipeline involving different tools along with a proprietary in-house engine. Overall, this candidate must be passionate about creating game experiences beyond simply creating assets. This is a salaried, full-time position located in our Plymouth, MI studio with remote options available currently. 

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Produce high-quality 2D and 3D assets according to design specs, technical requirements, and best practices.
• Coordinate with the games team to ensure project visual and technical standards.
• Complete art on schedule with project milestones.
• Continuously learn and explore the pipeline of game development.
• Additional responsibilities will be assigned as needed.

Education and/or Experience Desired:

• Experience creating a variety of 3D game assets as displayed in a visual portfolio.
• Experience creating 2D art such as textures, concept paintings, and icons.
• Knowledge of standard industry tools such as Z-Brush, Substance Designer, Substance Painter, Photoshop, 3D Studio Max, Maya, World Machine.
• Strong grasp of color, form, composition.
• Experience working in a PBR asset creation pipeline.
• Well-developed communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills.

Bonuses:

• Degree or certification in 3D art, digital art, or related discipline.
• Experience working on a game with a proprietary engine.
• Experience creating both organic and hard-surface assets.
• Experience creating environment assets.
• Experience creating animation and VFX.
• Experience working on a strategy game.