Senior 3D Generalist; Freelance

New York, New York, United States Silver spoon.tv

Silver spoon.tv is seeking an experienced 3D Generalist Freelance artist to help on a current project.

This opportunity starts with a 1 month freelance gig which can extend to a 3 months freelance contract and then turn into a permanent position.

We offer a competitive salary and some really cool real-time projects to work on.

Check the ones we've done so far!

We're looking at handling everything from the high-end gold/metallic look of ESPN, to the fun & kid-friendly characters for Nickelodeon, to college mascots & branded elements for CBS. So in terms of style, we're really looking for all-arounders.

• Exhibit good color theory and technical expertise in architectural layout, lighting, scene composition, and environmental FX polish (bloom, color adjust, fog, etc.).
• Interpret concept art and sketches to create virtual characters, environments and props.
• Apply advanced modeling and texturing techniques to support 3D/VFX real-time projects.
• Optimize, refine and correct model geometry - often to technical specifications.
• Create solid, high fidelity textures of any given surface.
• Perform a diverse array of 3D disciplines (i.e. animation, modeling, texturing, shading, lighting, rendering, effects, particle simulation) in a fast-paced production environment.
• Keep up to date with new technologies and continue to improve on existing workflow.
• Contribute to creating a diverse,, where every employee feels a sense of belonging.

• At minimum intermediate knowledge of Maya, Houdini, Cinema 4D, Blender or similar DCC.
• Knowledge of Substance Painter/Designer or similar.
• Knowledge of Unreal Engine techniques for real-time production.
• Must have a good foundation in hard surface modeling, texturing, shaders and lighting.
• Strong visual perception and aesthetic sensibility, good use of color.
• Strong communicator that requires minimal guidance in the execution of tasks.
• Able to manage workflows efficiently and prioritize tasks when needed.
• Flexibility to travel and work onsite/on set.

• Complex, technical shader knowledge and background is a plus.
• Experience with Houdini is a plus
• Experience with Unreal Blueprints is a plus