PlayStation
Sr Technical Artist United States, Los Angeles, CA
PlayStation, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Join the award-winning team that created God of War
Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced Technical Artist for the development of a new unannounced title! You are into games – you love playing them and you love making them. You want to use your skills to create bigger and more impressive worlds and are full of ideas how to do so. And you’re half coder and half artist – you get both, you help each understand the other, and you can translate from art to tech and back again, so everyone gets the most out of the tools and knows what to ask for to get awesome art up onto the screen. Responsibilities
Research, define, improve, and maintain artist pipelines, tools, and workflows Ability to develop a comprehensive knowledge of the art production pipeline and all engine features, tools and systems associated with the creation of art assets Participate in art asset reviews to help identify technical concerns or risks Interface with stakeholders. Liaise between team members; drive collaborative projects Troubleshoot issues; resolve them: invent or build robust, quality technical implementations Mentor and guide team members in areas of expertise; instill best practices Requirements
5+ years of professional experience in computer-generated art Intimate knowledge of Maya and computer graphics Familiarity with video game product development including, but not limited to workflow, tools, lighting, high and low poly modeling, texture painting, particle systems, UV layout, in-game animation, material and PBR principles, layout, SFX and engine parameters/optimizations Proficient scripting/programming experience with Python, PyQT/PySide Experience with HLSL, GLSL or similar shader languages Ability to write clean, maintainable and extensible code with attention to reusability Knowledge of software architecture and design Enthusiasm and initiative Excellent spoken and written communication Able and motivated to work with other team members Preferred Experience
Industry experience working on or shipping AAA titles Knowledge or experience in procedural asset creation like Houdini, Substance Good understanding of modern lighting and rendering techniques Good understanding of algorithm design and of their complexity Solid understanding of 3D math Experience with OpenMaya and Maya plugin development Experience with C++ The base pay range is not final until an offer is extended and may vary by location and other factors. At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. The base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below. $120,600 - $180,800 USD Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Apply for this job
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Voluntary Self-Identification Our vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where they can grow, and ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported so we can push the boundaries of play. This data will also be aggregated and sent to the government for reporting purposes. Please know that the completion of this form is entirely voluntary. Your personally identifiable information will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Protected Veteran You are a “protected veteran” under United States law if any of the following apply to you: Disabled Veteran: a veteran entitled to compensation under the Secretary of Veterans Affairs Recently Separated Veteran: a veteran who has discharged or released from active duty in the U.S. military within the last three years. Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran: a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, participated in a U.S. military operation for which an Armed Forces Service Medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Disability Under U.S. law, you are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and your answer will be confidential. Disability status select... Public burden statement: This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.
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Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced Technical Artist for the development of a new unannounced title! You are into games – you love playing them and you love making them. You want to use your skills to create bigger and more impressive worlds and are full of ideas how to do so. And you’re half coder and half artist – you get both, you help each understand the other, and you can translate from art to tech and back again, so everyone gets the most out of the tools and knows what to ask for to get awesome art up onto the screen. Responsibilities
Research, define, improve, and maintain artist pipelines, tools, and workflows Ability to develop a comprehensive knowledge of the art production pipeline and all engine features, tools and systems associated with the creation of art assets Participate in art asset reviews to help identify technical concerns or risks Interface with stakeholders. Liaise between team members; drive collaborative projects Troubleshoot issues; resolve them: invent or build robust, quality technical implementations Mentor and guide team members in areas of expertise; instill best practices Requirements
5+ years of professional experience in computer-generated art Intimate knowledge of Maya and computer graphics Familiarity with video game product development including, but not limited to workflow, tools, lighting, high and low poly modeling, texture painting, particle systems, UV layout, in-game animation, material and PBR principles, layout, SFX and engine parameters/optimizations Proficient scripting/programming experience with Python, PyQT/PySide Experience with HLSL, GLSL or similar shader languages Ability to write clean, maintainable and extensible code with attention to reusability Knowledge of software architecture and design Enthusiasm and initiative Excellent spoken and written communication Able and motivated to work with other team members Preferred Experience
Industry experience working on or shipping AAA titles Knowledge or experience in procedural asset creation like Houdini, Substance Good understanding of modern lighting and rendering techniques Good understanding of algorithm design and of their complexity Solid understanding of 3D math Experience with OpenMaya and Maya plugin development Experience with C++ The base pay range is not final until an offer is extended and may vary by location and other factors. At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. The base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below. $120,600 - $180,800 USD Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Apply for this job
Indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf What is your current title? * What is your current company? * LinkedIn Profile Website/Portfolio/Reel Password (if applicable) Have you ever worked for a Sony company previously? * Are you authorized to work in the United States? * Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the United States? * Will you need relocation assistance to work at this role's specified location? * Are you related to, or in a close personal relationship with, anyone who currently works for SIE or any SIE-affiliated studios? (This includes spouses, domestic partners, and significant others.) * If yes, please state their name, the department or studio they work for, and their job title (if you know it). By selecting "Yes", I am certifying that, to the best of my knowledge, the information I have provided in this employment application is true and correct. * US Voluntary Demographic Question
Voluntary Self-Identification Our vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where they can grow, and ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported so we can push the boundaries of play. This data will also be aggregated and sent to the government for reporting purposes. Please know that the completion of this form is entirely voluntary. Your personally identifiable information will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Protected Veteran You are a “protected veteran” under United States law if any of the following apply to you: Disabled Veteran: a veteran entitled to compensation under the Secretary of Veterans Affairs Recently Separated Veteran: a veteran who has discharged or released from active duty in the U.S. military within the last three years. Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran: a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, participated in a U.S. military operation for which an Armed Forces Service Medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Disability Under U.S. law, you are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and your answer will be confidential. Disability status select... Public burden statement: This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.
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