3D Tech Artist Job at Impleo in Champaign

We are currently hiring for a 3D Tech Artist!
This is a full-time, on-site position at our Champaign, IL location. Working hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.
Typical pay for this position is $70,000-$90,000. The final offer for this position will be based on the unique experience and qualifications of the candidate selected.
As a 3D Tech Artist, you will use your experience and skill to create new 3D art content for Horizon Hobby software products. Because of the unique nature of our asset needs, you will have additional technical responsibilities beyond just 3D modeling as you integrate your art into the larger software framework. Our pipelines are always evolving, and you will have the chance to affect that process and grow with them.
Roles & Responsibilities Create visually realistic art assets for simulation games, using mainstream 3D modeling tools.
While you might not necessarily use all of these, a partial list of tools follows:
3D Studio Max
Maya
Blender
ZBrush
Substance toolchain
PhotoshopIllustrator
Asset types may include:
RC Airplanes
RC Helicopters
Drones
Photorealistic flying sites
3D-rendered flying sites
Scenery objects
Asset optimization will be utilized
Hi-to-low poly baking
UV mapping pipeline
Develop art and rendering technology for your art assets.
Setting up animation/articulation
Creating shaders
Work with developers to connect art to software
Evaluate the work of your fellow artists and provide constructive feedback
Test software fixes and features when appropriate
Work with QA and Production to ensure that assets are ready for release
Education & Experience Required:
High level of proficiency with 3D Studio Max, Maya, or Blender
5+ years of experience creating video game art assets
Preferred:
Experience creating assets for Unreal Engine 5
Familiarity or proficiency with model aviation
Physical Requirements Set up and maintain office space
Lifting of computer equipment
Lift, move and store airplane samples
Benefits and other perks Medical, Dental, Vision
HSA and FSA options
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance
401(k) with a company match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Internal Rewards
Discounts on Products
Additional Coverage such as accident, critical, hospital and pet insurance.
Horizon Hobby, LLC is an equal opportunity and E-Verify employer

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