Job Title: Technical Artist
Company: Lore Masters Studios Inc.
Location: Fully Remote
Job Type: Full-time
About Us: Lore Masters Studios Inc. is an independent mobile gaming studio focused on creating immersive and engaging experiences across top brands and lore for players worldwide. We are seeking a talented and versatile Technical Artist to join our team. As a remote-first company, you will have the opportunity to work with our talented artists and programmers to enhance the visual quality and performance of our games.
Job Description: We are looking for a skilled Technical Artist who can bridge the gap between art and technology, optimizing and enhancing the visual aspects of our games. In this role, you will work closely with artists, designers, and programmers to implement automation of pipelines and exporting of assets, optimized shaders, lighting, particle effects, and other visual elements, while considering performance and platform constraints. Your expertise in both artistic and technical areas will help us create visually appealing and optimized gaming experiences.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with artists, designers, and programmers to create visually stunning and optimized game assets and environments.
- Implement shaders, lighting techniques, and post-processing effects to enhance the visual quality and atmosphere of the game.
- Optimize and streamline art pipelines and processes to improve efficiency and performance.
- Develop tools, scripts, and plugins to automate repetitive tasks and enhance the artist’s workflow.
- Ensure assets are properly integrated into the game engine (Unity) while considering performance and platform constraints.
- Collaborate with the programming team to address technical issues related to art and graphics.
- Assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving related to art and technical aspects of the game.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in game art techniques and tools.
- Mentor and guide junior artists and provide technical support when needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Graphics, Digital Art, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience as a Technical Artist or a similar role in the gaming industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing technical art skills.
- Proficiency in industry-standard 3D software (such as Maya or 3ds Max) and 2D software (such as Photoshop).
- Strong understanding of real-time rendering techniques, shaders, lighting, and particle systems.
- Experience working with game engines, particularly Unity, and knowledge of their art pipelines and optimization techniques.
- Strong scripting and programming skills, with proficiency in languages such as C# or Python.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative workflows.
- Knowledge of performance optimization techniques for mobile platforms.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to address technical issues related to art and graphics.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply: If you have a passion for both art and technology, a keen eye for visual quality, and a desire to create visually stunning gaming experiences, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and a link to your portfolio or work samples to jobs@loremaserts.com. Please include “Technical Artist Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line of the email.
We appreciate all applications, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for considering Lore Masters Studios Inc. as your next career opportunity!