Freelance 3D Artist (3D’s max user)

Responsibilities:
– Take responsibility for developing aesthetically pleasing, technically accurate or stylized, optimized 3D models for real-time platforms for projects including AR, 3D Configurator and Animation;
– Work closely with both 3D Production and Business Development teams on projects of varying length and complexity;
– Conceptualize, present, and execute ideas within a schedule, while actively participating in technical and artistic problem solving;
– Prepare the briefs and mock-ups for concept development and review (sketches, mood board);
– QC the 3D models according to the client’s tech requirements.

Requirements:
– 3+ years of related working experience;
– Bachelor’s degree/ Higher Diploma in Multimedia, 3D Design or Equivalent;
– Expert 3D’s Max & Substance Painter
– Knowledgeable in AR, Architectural Visualization, and Product Visualization.
– Experience in Gaming industry / AR-related environment would be an Asset;
– Experience in Integrating and testing art assets in the different gaming engines (Unity, Unreal);
– Experience in CLO and Animation
– Strong working knowledge of industry-standard software, including 3ds Max, Blender, V-Ray, Corona;
– Proficient in design related software, such as Photoshop and Illustrator;
– Excellent creativity and artistic skills;
– Well-rounded knowledge of 3D design principles and techniques;
– Experience in high and low poly modelling;
– Experience with Substance Painter/Designer, PBR materials;
– Experience working on an AR asset from concept art, through development, to polish and final delivery;
– Ability to work from concepts and reference images to produce accurate and consistent models;
– Experience in optimization and integrating assets from different sources into a cohesive whole;
– Fluency in English;
– Good team player with mature working attitude;
– Self-initiative, able to meet tight deadline and work under pressure;
– Fast learner with passion on latest technologies trends;
– Be capable of handling realistic lights and textures;
– Immediate availability

Impala Values
At Impala we developed a set of principles over the years which are in our view crucial for personal and business growth.
Our expectation is that we will take the steps necessary to do what we say we are going to do and be accountable for our actions.
In other words, live “Above the Line” is our core principle and includes:
– Accountability: See It, Own It, Solve It, Do It
– Become part of the solution
– Respect for others and their feelings
– Act now!
– Ask the question: “What else can I do?”
– Ask the questions: “What coaching do you have for me?” and “What can I do better?”
– Personal ownership and pride
– Reject average
– Show others that you care