3D Artist

Do you have a passion for creating models from photos or concept art? Does the thought of bringing an artistic concept to life bring you joy? If so, we’re looking for you!

Piranha Games has exciting opportunities for 3D Artists to join our dynamic team. In this position, you will bring with you strong proficiency in 3D modelling, the ability to integrate into processes, pipelines, and workflow of the team in creating game-ready models, and the ability to take direction from the Art Director.

What you will be doing:

• Create high quality 3D models, shaders and texture maps to match concept, photo reference, and art direction
• Work closely with Artists to create and implement their assets into the game
• Analyze and read concept art and orthographic diagrams
• Work within time, texture and polygonal budgets given by the Art Director and Project Manager
• Constantly seek ways to improve the efficiency of the workflow and providing documented feedback to improve tools and workflow
• Ensures that artistic style is consistent with defined visual style for the game
• Proactively seeks feedback from Art Director, Producer and Creative Director
• Participate as a proactive team member to further team and project goals
• Other ad-hoc responsibilities as requested

What you will bring with you:

• Highly experienced in 3D modelling with Autodesk 3dsMax or other art packages, preferably for video game or film
• Expert knowledge of UV creation and layout
• Strong sense of surface development, proportion, architectural and mechanical functionality
• Knowledge of normal mapping and displacement creation
• Strong ability to accept direction and constructive criticism objectively
• Highly motivated, self-driven problem solver with strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record to complete work within deadlines while maintaining constant communication with production team
• Ability to work under pressure and thrive in fast-paced work environment while maintaining high quality results
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What we consider as pluses!

• A passion for game!
• Experience animating and/or rigging mechanical assets
• Strong traditional art and digital painting skills
• Traditional architectural knowledge
• Knowledge of CryEngine

We thank you for your interests in this position. Due to the amount of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, you can expect to hear from us by the end of January 2014.