iXperiential Media
*Open to remote candidates residing in the US. ***Must be a US Citizen***
iXperiential Media has an elite team of creative innovators delivering visual, interactive and immersive experiences that go beyond. We specialize in big stages, high impacts and never been done before work. While many of our clients are in aviation and advanced technology industries, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide array of projects.
We are seeking a talented and experienced 3D Animator and VFX artist to join our creative team. This role involves collaboration with a versatile team comprised of 3D artists, 3D modelers, interactive engineers, and project managers. Our 3D Team is looking for an experienced animator with specialization in fire, smoke, explosions.
We’re looking for:
- Strong communicator who is comfortable in an iterative technical and creative process
- Know when to keep it simple and when to take it to max
- Desire to understand a product holistically and contribute creatively
- Must embrace teamwork, as well as solve problems independently
You Will:
- Work closely with the Art Director and others to maintain stunning visual style and quality.
- Design and simulate realistic fire, smoke, explosions, debris, clouds, water etc. that meet all technical and aesthetic standards for the project.
- Promote and enforce structure, such as naming conventions and documentation.
- Set dress levels with ambient atmospheric effects that produce spectacular photo-realistic moments.
- Animate and implement sequences for video and in engine.
- Ideal candidates have an appetite for creative execution and are forward thinking, technologically inclined and have interest in being a part of an ambitious, innovative project requiring collaboration and teamwork.
Qualifications:
· Highly proficient in either 3dsMax or Lightwave with proven experience as a 3D Artist or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
· Strong understanding of composition, color theory, and visual storytelling.
· Excellent attention to detail and ability to create realistic and visually appealing environments.
· Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
· Knowledge of game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) is a plus.
· Create concepts and assets from scratch when needed
· Experience with post process effects and how to create them
· Passion for pushing fidelity and refining techniques as technology changes
· Ability to interpret and transform abstract ideas and concepts into compelling work
· Ability to perform rigid body and soft body simulations/animations
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, portfolio demonstrating your skills and experience, and a brief cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this role.
Pay & Benefits
Salary Range: $60,000 – $115,000/yr
Our insurance coverage includes Medical (various plans to choose from), Dental, Vision, and 401(k) option. We provide unlimited approved paid time off and paid holidays.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws, regulations or ordinances. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to disability during the application or the recruiting process, please let us know.
We look forward to hearing from you!
