Senior Technical Artist

Job Description Summary

The role of a Technical Artist is to act as a link between creative and engineering teams in game development.

A Technical Artist needs to integrate art assets into the game without taking away either the artistic vision or going beyond the technical limits of the platform. The person will be responsible for ensuring high-quality standards of games and being delivered on time.

We’re looking for a Sr Technical Artist role to develop/update artwork and animation for gaming projects.
Able to focus on Content implementation pipeline, handle time efficiently, close tracking, raise dependencies proactively, and deliver assets on time to specification with thorough and complete attention to detail.

Ensuring relevant processes in regard to asset management, file organization, and output configuration are clearly and correctly implemented.

Help in peer reviews, Game Documentation as per business needs, and Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams to achieve the highest quality games possible.

We put a strong emphasis on individual ownership and value TAs who take pride in working over the full lifecycle of a project independently.

Job Requirements

• Must have strong experience in Adobe products (After Effects and Photoshop).
• Proven understanding of 2D Graphics.
• Understanding of animation principles will be a plus.
• Good knowledge of any scripting language to automate Artist tools such as After Effects plug-in will be a plus
• Experience in using Asset control systems (Perforce), SVN/Github, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of ExtendScript or any other language is considered an asset.
• Prior experience in the casino gaming industry is helpful.
• Responsible for having peer reviews to check work for accuracy and quality
• Careful observation skills and willingness to follow technical/compliance specifications.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills to effectively harmonize with global collaborators.
• Good problem-solving, interpersonal, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree/BFA/MFA or equivalent in a related field
• 3-6 years of professional work experience in a technical art role.
• Gaming Experience is preferable.
• Experience with Agile Scrum methodologies will be a plus.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

Additional Information

At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.