Lead Artist

7 days ago


Edmonton Division No Canada Milo Productions Inc. Full time
Technical Art Director

Milo Productions Inc. is a leading animation studio seeking a highly skilled Technical Art Director to lead the technical aspects of art production, ensuring the highest quality of visual output while maintaining the artistic vision of our animated content.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the creation of high-quality visual assets for animated projects, collaborating with the creative team to define the visual style and technical direction.
  • Develop and implement efficient pipelines for animation, including character rigging, modeling, texturing, and lighting, ensuring seamless integration of art assets into the animation pipeline.
  • Lead the development of shaders, effects, and other technical elements to achieve the desired visual style, while optimizing assets for performance without compromising visual quality.
  • Supervise and guide a team of artists and animators, providing technical support and mentorship, and work closely with the production team to set realistic timelines and meet production deadlines.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of technical processes and workflows, and stay up to date with the latest industry trends and advancements in animation technology.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree or a Technical Diploma in Computer Graphics, Animation, Game Design, or a related field.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in animation, with at least 3 years in a technical art leadership role, and proficiency in industry-standard software, including Maya, Mudbox, Substance Painter, Adobe After Effects, and Unreal Engine.
  • Extensive experience in 3D animation, modeling, rigging, and texturing, with a strong understanding of animation pipelines, including character setup, rendering, and post-production.
  • Experience with real-time rendering engines and understanding of optimization techniques, and a proven track record of solving complex technical challenges in a production environment.
  • Basic communication skills in English to collaborate effectively with other team members, and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high standard of quality.
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.


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