TECHNICAL ARTIST

SUMMARY

Grove Street Games is seeking a full-time, experienced technical artist to join our team where you will focus on Unreal Engine 4 tools, pipelines, and content management to assist the art team on a daily basis. We are looking for a motivated, well-organized person who can work well on individual and team-oriented tasks with a passion for 3D game art. The successful candidate needs to love problem solving and be able to bridge the gap between traditional art and programming.

When you join Grove Street Games you can gain experience on a wide range of game development projects. We foster a work environment that allows our employees to thrive, not just on their career paths but also on their personal journeys. We take a lot of pride in creating a foundation our employees can utilize to not only get ahead in their dreams but also create lasting games that millions of players will be able to enjoy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Identify, assess and solve workflow issues in the art department
  • Work closely with engineers to solve content problems
  • Integrate new technologies
  • Assist in asset performance monitoring 
  • Continually assess reported bugs and monitor for recurring issues that can be solved with a technical approach 
  • Participate and contribute creatively in team discussions, critiques, and game development ideas

REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 2+ years working professionally in Unreal Engine
  • Expert level use of a 3D tool such as Maya, Houdini, Blender or the like
  • Experience with multiple scripting languages
  • Rigging and animation experience
  • Self-motivated, ability to work independently and own your work
  • Ability to work well with teammates
  • Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal
  • Detail-oriented & extremely well-organized
  • Relocate to Gainesville – although this job may start off remotely due to current circumstances, you will be asked to work from the office once we fully reopen

GOOD TO HAVE

  • Experience in VFX
  • Strong understanding of shaders 
  • Passion and knowledge of video games
  • Creative problem-solving skills

BENEFITS

  • Flexible bank for time off (vacation, sick, personal)
  • Comprehensive health package for full time employees.
  • Flexible work day built around our core hours of 10am – 5pm
  • Moving assistance
  • Royalties (with tenure)
  • Yearly bonuses
  • Career development assistance

If all of this sounds like something you want to be a part of, joining a cohesive team that likes to have fun while being professionals, then let us know.

To Apply Email jobs@grovestreetgames.com 

Please include your resume and portfolio when applying.