3D Artist 2

Job#: 2049116

Job Description:

3D Artist 2 (Vista Artist)

Client Industry: AAA Gaming

Contract Terms: 18 Months

Start Date: November 22nd, 2024

End Date: May 22nd, 2026

Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid - 3 Days a week in office | 2 Days Remote)

SUMMARY:

The Client is looking for a a highly creative and motivated Background Vista Artist. The Background Vista Artist is responsible for interpreting visual, written and verbal direction. They will produce complex 3d and matte painted elements to a high standard with a thorough understanding of perspective, lighting, colour and form. They are also expected to collaborate with other members of the dev team such as art direction, design, modelling and lighting to ensure the proposed ideas are meeting the game play and narrative requirements. The Background Vista Artist must be able to create 3d generated and matte painted backgrounds that will match the product tone with various degrees of detail that fit within the production timelines.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Create pre-visualized vista concept mockups to interpret art intention in the conceptual stage.
• Translate written and verbal direction into visual solutions.
• Generate skies, terrain and materials in a variety of content creation software, sculpt and layout assets based on art direction and concepts.
• Work closely with art direction and design ensuring concepts are meeting gameplay and visual expectations.
• Create 3D assets, digital matte paintings and image projection.
• Ability to overcome visual and technical challenges with multiple solutions.
• Work within established production deadlines.
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years experience in video game production and or film production.
• Ability to create, manipulate 3D and 2.5D elements to complement matte painted midgrounds and backgrounds.
• Expertise in visual composition and lighting design.
• Deep understanding of colour, tone and lighting.
• Deep understanding of visual storytelling.
• Highly collaborative individual who values feedback and direction.
• UE5 knowledge is an asset.
  
  

INTERVIEWS:

• Portfolio required at submission stage
• 2 - 4 rounds anticipated
  
  

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178 .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.