Architectural Visual Artist - Unreal Engine Job at Populous in Dallas

Overview

Architectural Visualization Artist - Unreal Engine | Location: Dallas, TX

Who We Are: Populous is a global design firm that designs places where people love to be together. We create experiences that capture the senses and amplify the atmosphere of shared moments. We offer the resources and impact of a design firm with the growth opportunities of a smaller firm.

What We Offer: Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + On-Site Gym + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.

Role and Team

We are seeking an Architectural Visualization Artist to work in Unreal Engine, providing real-time architectural models and interactive virtual environments. You will join our Global Digital Team and collaborate in Perforce Helix Core with project teams. The preferred candidate will have experience in the AEC industry and an interest in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, community buildings, and transportation facilities.

What Your Day Could Consist Of

• Translate/import architectural models into Unreal Engine using Populous’ in-house procedures and protocols.
• Communicate with the Digital team and architects to troubleshoot, amend, and improve relevant components and data.
• Produce high-quality assets – hard surface 3D models and materials/textures in line with our global library standards.
• Produce quick animations and stills from the viewport as well as rendering high-quality animations using the Unreal Engine sequencer.
• Export real-time models as executable files.

Requirements For Success

• Comprehensive knowledge of fundamentals of 3D modeling, texturing & lighting.
• Skilled in creating photo-realistic visualizations of architectural models and environments using traditional arch-viz workflows.
• Post-processing ability in Photoshop and After Effects is essential; post-processing ability in Nuke / Davinci is preferred.
• Basic ability to understand architectural plans, elevations & general documentation.
• Skilled in 3D modeling hard surface, real-world items from reference images with clean, efficient topology.
• Creative and resourceful, able to manipulate and create textures using various software.
• Detail-oriented, quick learner and adaptable to new responsibilities.
• Highly self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• Outstanding communication skills and a team-oriented mindset that encourages effective collaboration in multidisciplinary teams.
• Awareness of emerging technologies such as AR/VR and their potential applications for architectural presentations is preferred.

Essential Qualifications

• Experience with Unreal Engine fundamentals.
• 2+ years of experience in an architectural visualization studio or department.
• Degree in visual communication, 3D animation and/or game development is highly regarded.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Forest Pack & RailClone in 3ds Max.
• Familiarity with Blueprint scripting, procedural content generation (PCG), or programming in Python or C++.
• Material creation using Substance Painter, Sampler, and Designer.

Additional Details

• Travel may be required.

Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages along with benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws.

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