Tech Artist (Contract)

Dreamscape Learn, a pioneer in the realm of immersive virtual reality learning design, is actively seeking a creative and detail-oriented Technical Artist to bring VFXs, shaders, lighting, animation, in-engine cinematics, and other game effects to life. This role requires expertise in industry-standard software, creativity, and strong collaboration skills. Expectations are strong artistic skills with technical knowledge of the Unity game engine.

This is a 1099 contract role.

Role and Responsibilities

• Art Optimization: Converting 3D models, textures, and animations into game-ready formats for both PC and mobile, optimizing polygon counts, texture resolutions, and rendering techniques to achieve performance goals for multiple device platforms.
• Shader Creation: Writing shaders to achieve specific visual effects like lighting, reflections, and particle systems, tailoring them to the capabilities of different target platform devices.
• Technical Art Implementation: Integrating artwork into game systems like character animation, level design, and user interfaces, ensuring visual consistency and proper functionality.
• Pipeline Development: Creating and maintaining custom tools and scripts within the game engine to streamline art workflow, including asset import pipelines, material creation systems, and procedural generation techniques.
• Performance Analysis: Identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks related to visual elements, collaborating with programmers to optimize game rendering and frame rates.
• Collaboration: Working closely with artists to understand design intentions and translate them into technical solutions, communicating effectively with programmers to implement art assets correctly within the game engine.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience as a Tech Artist in gaming or a similar industry.
• Proficiency with key tools such as Unity, Houdini, Photoshop, and Maya (or equivalent software).
• Strong understanding of 3D modeling, texturing, animation, lighting, and composition to develop tools, pipelines, and maintain visual quality.
• Knowledgeable of writing scripts in C# and Python.
• Strong research skills with the ability to source, analyze, and creatively interpret historical, scientific, and existing references to inform artistic work.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues related to art integration and performance optimization.
• Clear communication with both artists and programmers to translate design concepts into technical implementations.
• Adaptability to an evolving art direction and willingness to learn new software tools and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience creating assets optimized for both high-end and low-end devices, ensuring performance and visual quality across various platforms. 

Benefits

Monthly rate: $8,000-$10,500/mo (DOE)

Dreamscape is firmly committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace, and as an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all eligible candidates.