3D Artist

Light & Wonder • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We're looking for a passionate 3D Artist to join our team in Chicago. Our ideal candidate has traditional art skills with a strong portfolio that focuses on character/organic modeling and texturing. We’re looking for a team player who is detail-oriented, self-motivated, with strong communication skills.

Requirements

• Specialization in character/organic modeling using Maya, 3ds Max, Photoshop, Zbrush (or equivalent 3D and 2D programs).
• Understanding of how rigging and animation impact character creation.
• Ability to assess and build clean, efficient geometry for maximum performance in engine.
• Understanding of next generation asset creation pipelines and tools.
• An exceptional understanding of form, shape, structure, and silhouette in regard to modeling.
• Strong eye for light, shade, color, and detail in creating texture maps.
• Able to effectively collaborate and work creatively as part of a large or small group.

Nice To Haves

• You are skilled in one or more related disciplines – illustration, animation, visual effects, or technical art.
• You have experience with Substance Painter.
• You love to solve problems, and you love to collaborate.
• You love games, movies, animation, and you love dissecting them while thinking how to take them to the next level.

Responsibilities

• Sculpt, model, and texture characters and organic models.
• Work with the Lead Artist, Designers, Riggers and Animators to balance quality and game performance.
• Create great looking art in a variety of styles, both from reference and from scratch.
• Maintain the style and look for different characters on the same game.
• Create both high resolution 3D sculpts and final low polygon game assets.
• Maintain excellent file structure and organization.
• Able to filter and evaluate criticism on a professional level.
• Continually sharpen 3D artistic abilities and software expertise through company training, independent learning, and learning from other team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees