Texture Artist
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LocationCanada, Vancouver, British Columbia
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentTexture
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedDec 3, 2021 · 4y ago
Verified live3d ago
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Posted by the company on Dec 3, 202198% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ days
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Portfolio showcasing strong artistic and technical abilities
Basic understanding of shading, lighting, and rendering techniques
Proficient knowledge of Mari, Substance Painter, Photoshop, Maya, Mudbox, ZBrush, and Substance Designer
Basic knowledge of Linux/UNIX and basic shell scripting
Good knowledge of Katana and Lookdev
Proficient knowledge of UV mapping and PBR workflows
Good understanding of colorspace
Strong problem solving, organization, communication, and teamwork skills
2 - 4+ years of production experience
Must be able to provide a demo reel illustrating relevant artistic and technical experience
Basic Nuke experience
Work authorization (ability to apply and work in Canada)
Skills
Mari
Substance Painter
Photoshop
Maya
Mudbox
ZBrush
Substance Designer
Nuke
Linux
UNIX
shell scripting
Katana
Lookdev
Benefits
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Rrsp
Sick leave
Vacation leave
About the company
Sony Pictures Imageworks is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. We are committed to respecting traditional lands, and working with communities towards reconciliation.
Sony Pictures Imageworks Canada Inc.
658 Homer Street., Suite 405, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2R4
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - English
Benefits per company policy: include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP’s, Sick and Vacation leave, standard increases as applicable
Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking Texture Artists!
As a Texture Artist, your responsibilities include maintaining consistency in artistic direction, collaborating with different departments, and addressing challenges related to texturing. Additionally, you contribute to the development and improvement of texturing processes within the pipeline.
Responsibilities:
● Work with other asset departments to create realistic or stylised textures for 3D assets of various styles and complexities
● Collaborate with Lookdev artists to achieve the desired look
● Follow the project’s art direction and style guides, and contribute your own ideas and suggestions
● Deliver high-quality work on time and participate in reviews
● Communicate effectively with team members and proactively bring up suggestions and issues
● Address feedback notes and take initiative to improve the work both artistically and technically
● Ensure quality and accuracy for all work passed to downstream departments
● Maintain references and use proper colorspace workflows
● Solve problems and assist other artists with technical issues
● Work within the show’s framework, structure, and pipeline, and propose new ways to improve the work and workflow
What we need to see
● A portfolio that showcases strong artistic skills and technical abilities
● Basic understanding of shading, lighting, and rendering techniques
● Proficient knowledge of software packages such as Mari, Substance Painter, Photoshop, Maya, Mudbox, ZBrush, and Substance Designer
● Basic Nuke experience a plus
● Basic knowledge of Linux/UNIX and basic shell scripting
● Good knowledge of Katana and Lookdev
● Proficient knowledge of UV mapping and PBR workflows
● Good understanding of colorspace
● Strong problem solving, organization, communication, and teamwork skills
● 2 - 4+ years of production experience
The anticipated base salary for an Associate position is $25.96 to $34.62/hr and for an Intermediate position is $36.06 - $48.08/hr. Benefits are per company policy: which include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP’s, Sick and Vacation leave, standard increases as applicable. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Hiring process
Please note that you must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience that also includes the nuances for this specific role.
Legal
We value unique perspectives, and want diverse, unique talent to work with us. We encourage candidates from all identities to apply.
*Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
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