About the job Senior Unreal Technical Artist (Freelance) Silverspoon.tv is seeking an experienced Unreal Technical Freelance artist to help on a current project.Contract Details: This opportunity starts with a 1 month freelance gig which can extend to a 3 months freelance contract and then turn into a permanent position. We offer a competitive salary and some really cool real-time projects to work on. Check the ones we've done so far! We're looking at handling everything from the high-end gold/metallic look of ESPN, to the fun & kid-friendly characters for Nickelodeon, to college mascots & branded elements for CBS. So in terms of style, we're really looking for all-arounders. Responsibilities:
- Preparation and evaluation of 3D assets for the Unreal Engine.
- Developing, optimizing and debugging scenes in Unreal Engine.
- In-engine look development, animation and scene assembly.
- Create shaders for environment assets, volumetrics, decals, ambient effects, etc.
- Perform a diverse array of 3D disciplines (i.e. animation, modeling, texturing, shading, lighting, rendering, effects, particle simulation) in a fast-paced production environment
- Onsite or on-set operation, as needed.
- Keep up to date with new technologies and continue to improve on existing workflows.
- Contribute to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture, where every employee feels a sense of belonging.
Required Qualifications:
- At minimum intermediate knowledge of Maya, Houdini, Cinema 4D, Blender or similar DCC.
- Knowledge of Unreal Engine techniques for real-time production.
- Must have a good foundation in hard surface modeling, texturing, animation, shaders and lighting.
- Strong visual perception and aesthetic sensibility, good use of color.
- Strong communicator that requires minimal guidance in the execution of tasks.
- Positive attitude and willingness to problem-solve on the fly.
- Ability to think and react in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
- Able to manage workflows efficiently and prioritize tasks when needed.
- Flexibility to travel and work onsite/on set.
Desired Qualifications:
- At least 2 years experience in Unreal Engine
- Experience with AR, XR and other new media concepts.
- Advanced skills in Blueprint visual scripting is a plus
- Experience in live TV, concerts or events