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Description
Secret Lair Studios is looking for a Lead Technical Artist whose technical knowledge and artistic talent will ensure the success of our in-house artists and outsourcing partners. We are looking for an experienced candidate with a strong work ethic who is passionate about game art, tools, and asset pipelines.
Responsibilities
Design and assist in developing tool/process solutions and asset pipelines for Artists and World Designers.
Proactively seek out inefficiencies and problems in existing asset pipelines and develop intuitive solutions.
Improve and enhance tools/processes throughout the project cycle.
Compose through an in-house FX editor stunning special effects and visuals
Assist programmers and designers in researching and developing new game features.
Collaborates with the programming team in setting poly budgets, texture limits, LOD thresholds and other art production guidelines.
Put new ideas/technologies/solutions into place and educate/train staff in tools and processes.
Work with programming team to develop advanced material shaders.
Assist in checking art content against technical guidelines prior to integration in the game.
Understand advantages and limitations of our technology, and develop strategies for maximizing performance.
Requirements
Solid knowledge base and demonstrated ability in Discreet 3ds Max or equivalent 3D application.
Able to work comfortably with MAXScript.
Knowledge of advanced shader techniques.
Strong knowledge-base of a custom and/or commercial effects editor
Ability to develop content production pipelines and documents.
Demonstrate initiative and strong problem-solving skills.
2+ years experience in the game industry or 4+ years in 3D computer graphics industry.
Two or more shipped games.
Previous experience in online games a plus.
Willing to work on site in Issaquah, WA.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references via email to: jobs@secretlairstudios.com with the subject: Lead Technical Artist
Secret Lair Studios is a game developer with its primary development office in the Seattle, Washington area.
Founded in 2005, Secret Lair Studios’ goal is to produce world-class, online games with boldly innovative game-play content for the global gaming marketplace.