About
Steer Studios is on a mission to create a world-leading game studio in Saudi Arabia, focused on developing high-quality games for international audiences while also nurturing the local gaming sector to create homegrown IP. As part of the Steer Studios team, you will collaborate with some of the best global gaming talents who have relocated to Riyadh, alongside passionate and innovative Saudis.
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Requirements
- Senior 3D Artist with a strong understanding of 3D pipelines for characters, props, and environments.
- Work closely with the Lead Artist and the production team to produce 3D models optimized for mobile devices.
- Mentor a team of artists and oversee work done by external teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Create high-quality 3D art assets for characters, props, and environments.
- Develop both high and low-poly art assets using a variety of techniques.
- Implement effective 3D practices and drive the pipeline, working with shaders and texturing techniques.
- Propose improvements for the 3D pipeline and processes.
- Integrate art assets into Unity or other game engines, addressing any modeling or texturing bugs.
- Create rigs for props and small objects.
- Demonstrate experience with PBR rendering, texture atlases, and mesh animations.
- Manage multiple projects with varying artistic styles and work under pressure.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions for game ideas.
- Provide feedback and oversight on vendor management tasks.
- Mentor junior team members, taking on senior responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications and Key Skills
- Expertise in 3D software such as Maya, Zbrush, and Substance Painter.
- Extensive knowledge of 3D asset creation and pipeline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a 3D Artist, with a portfolio that includes at least 3 shipped games (mobile or console).
- Preferred educational background includes a Bachelor's degree or college diploma (BFA or equivalent).
- Strong problem-solving abilities and intuitive skills in 3D tool creation.
- Proficient in Unity and other game engines, with experience on a range of devices from mobile to console.
- Leadership qualities with the ability to work in a team and delegate effectively.
- Excellent time management and priority-setting skills.
- Strong communication skills and ability to produce clear documentation.
- A passionate gamer with a keen eye for detail, both technically and artistically.
Join us in bringing innovative gaming experiences to the world!
