Technical Artist

4 days ago

Remote, Canada Escape Velocity Entertainment Full-time

Technical Artist (Houdini) | North America | Canada | Europe | Fully Remote

Escape Velocity is seeking a Technical Artist responsible for developing and maintaining Houdini and PCG tools and content.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with art and engineering teams to understand art requirements and technical limitations.
  • Assist art teams in solving problems using procedural tools.
  • Research and prototype new techniques to enhance content production efficiency.
  • Develop automated content optimization tools.

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years in a Technical Art-related role.
  • Experience with Houdini, Houdini Engine (preferably in Unreal Engine), and other procedural tools like PCG in Unreal.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages, preferably Python, and understanding of Object-Oriented programming.
  • Experience with at least one AAA title on current or previous console generations.
  • Strong artistic and technical background, with the ability to create functional tools that improve artists' workflows.
  • Excellent communication skills, autonomy, quick learner, and team player.

Benefits:

  • Generous PTO and holiday closures.
  • Private medical, dental, and mental health schemes.
  • Annual health and wellbeing allowance.
  • Discretionary studio bonus.
  • Top-range tech setup support.
  • Other region-specific benefits.

About Escape Velocity:

We are a passionate team valuing autonomy, honesty, and continuous improvement. We support remote work globally and focus on meaningful, rewarding work and a strong studio culture.

Application Process:

Click apply, submit your resume/CV. Our recruiting team will contact qualified candidates to guide you through the process.

Additional Information:

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring and promotion practices.

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