Silverspoon.tv is seeking an experienced 3D Generalist 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:
- Exhibit good color theory and technical expertise in architectural layout, lighting, scene composition, and environmental FX polish (bloom, color adjust, fog, etc.).
- Interpret concept art and sketches to create virtual characters, environments and props.
- Apply advanced modeling and texturing techniques to support 3D/VFX real-time projects.
- Optimize, refine and correct model geometry - often to technical specifications
- Create solid, high fidelity textures of any given surface.
- 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
- Keep up to date with new technologies and continue to improve on existing workflow
- 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 Substance Painter/Designer or similar DCC.
- Knowledge of Unreal Engine techniques for real-time production.
- Must have a good foundation in hard surface modeling, texturing,shaders and lighting.
- Strong visual perception and aesthetic sensibility, good use of color.
- Strong communicator that requires minimal guidance in the execution of tasks.
- Able to manage workflows efficiently and prioritize tasks when needed.
- Flexibility to travel and work onsite/on set.
Desired Qualifications:
- Complex, technical shader knowledge and background is a plus.
- Experience with Houdini is a plus
- Experience with Unreal Blueprints is a plus
