Lead 3D Artist (12-Month Contract)

2 weeks, 6 days ago
Contract
Lead
Design and User Experience
Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive (BBI) is an independent game development studio based in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2010 by industry veterans, BBI is known for creating immersive strategy and adventure games like Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak and Hardspace: Sh...

Internet Software & Services
251-1K
Founded 2010

Description

  • Work closely with the Art Director to train, manage, and mentor the art team.
  • Provide hands-on support for team learning and adaptation to an existing art pipeline.
  • Create 3D asset content and material work as a production artist.
  • Manage scope and provide detailed feedback for multiple artist sub-disciplines.
  • Foster a collaborative, creative, and supportive team environment.
  • Provide research and reference materials to support visual development of AAA-quality assets.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of industry experience.
  • Experience leading art teams in a senior or lead capacity.
  • Ability to work in a proprietary game engine.
  • Ability to create 3D production assets in Zbrush and Maya.
  • Ability to create Substance materials in Painter and Designer.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-discipline.
  • Experience working with Art Directors.
  • Experience with 3ds Max is a plus.
  • Passion for science fiction is a plus.
  • Experience working on a live product is a plus.

Benefits

  • $98,000 - $125,000 a year.
  • Temporary full-time contract position.
  • Remote work available within Canada.
  • Hybrid and in-studio work arrangements available in Canada.
  • Four-day work week as a permanent option.

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