3D Artist
About Fun Waffle
At Fun Waffle Game Studios, we're dedicated to crafting groundbreaking gaming experiences that push the boundaries of storytelling and immersion. Our flagship project, "Trail of the Undead," is a narrative Western Survival game that promises to redefine the genre with its gripping storyline and innovative gameplay mechanics.
The Position
Are you a talented 3D artist with a knack for creating stunning visuals in Unreal Engine? We're seeking a skilled 3D Artist to join our team and help bring our game worlds to life. As a 3D Artist at Fun Waffle Game Studios, you'll play a crucial role in crafting environments, characters, and assets that immerse players in unforgettable gaming experiences.
Key Responsibilities
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Collaborate closely with our art directors, designers, and developers to create visually stunning and immersive 3D assets for our games in Unreal Engine.
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Model, texture, and optimize high-quality 3D environments, characters, props, and other assets, ensuring they meet aesthetic and technical requirements while adhering to performance targets.
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Utilize your expertise in Unreal Engine to implement and integrate 3D assets seamlessly, leveraging the engine's capabilities to achieve stunning visuals and immersive gameplay experiences.
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Work collaboratively with our animation and rigging teams to ensure that 3D characters and creatures are brought to life with fluid animations and realistic behaviors.
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Stay informed about the latest trends and best practices in 3D modeling, texturing, and optimization, applying them to our projects to create visually compelling and technically polished assets.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Digital Arts, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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Proven experience as a 3D artist in the game industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing your ability to create high-quality 3D assets in Unreal Engine.
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Proficiency in industry-standard 3D modeling and texturing software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, Substance Painter, and ZBrush.
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Strong understanding of topology, UV mapping, and texture baking techniques, with the ability to create assets optimized for real-time rendering in Unreal Engine.
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Excellent knowledge of Unreal Engine's material editor, lighting system, and rendering pipeline, with the ability to create visually stunning environments and assets that leverage the engine's capabilities.
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Experience with shader development and material creation in Unreal Engine, allowing for greater customization and visual fidelity in 3D assets.
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Familiarity with Blueprints scripting in Unreal Engine, enabling you to create interactive and dynamic elements within game environments.
Equity-Based Project Opportunity
This role is part of an equity-based project. You’ll earn a percentage of the profits when the game ships within a 12-month rolling calendar.