Character Artist

Location

Agoura Hills, California, United States

Salary

50000 - 80000 a year (US Dollars)

Description

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

What We Need:

We are seeking a dedicated Character Artist to join our team. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with artists, designers, tech artists, and engineers to create the most astonishingly lifelike WWE Superstars ever seen in a game. You'll be responsible for not only recreating the incredible likenesses of Superstars but also designing a wide range of costumes, accessories, and hairstyles. Together, we'll continue developing the best wrestling game ever made.

WWE2K is an exciting and ambitious game franchise with a diverse set of features and requirements. You will grow and develop in many different areas, learning from a highly skilled team while working on ground breaking technology. We are open to candidates from all industries who have a passion for games. A list of qualifications is provided below, but please do not hesitate to apply if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications.

What You Will Do:

Build and model UVs, and texture characters using Maya, Substance Painter, Photoshop, and ZBrush
Use our toolset to create and maintain bodies, attires, and hair
Follow a PBR-compliant workflow to build textures and materials
Take ownership of characters from the style-guide phase to final in-game approval
Troubleshoot character-related issues
Collaborate closely with tech art, production, and engineering teams
Develop extensive knowledge of our software and systems
Provide feedback to outsource vendors
Ensure timely delivery under production constraints

Who Will Be a Great Fit:

2+ years of experience as a character modeler
Proficiency in Maya, Substance Painter, Photoshop, and ZBrush
A self-starter with a passion for learning and strong problem-solving skills
Solid understanding of anatomy and game engine limitations
Ability to take direction, work independently, and contribute in a team environment
Passionate about video games (not just ours!)

Might Be Nice:

Experience with Flow Production Tracker, Perforce, Jira, or Marvelous Designer
Skills in rigging, geometry deformations, and Grooming workflows (x-gen)
Hyper-realistic likeness face sculpting from photo and video references
Understanding of the end-to-end game production process

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com

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