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Unreal Artist

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Location
Cape Town
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Delivery
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Unreal Engine 5 proficiency (Optimisation, Lumen, Nanite, PCG)
  • Proficiency in 3ds Max, Blender, Houdini or Maya
  • Familiarity with Revit, Rhino, or SketchUp workflows
  • Experience with Adobe Substance 3D Painter/Designer and Quixel Mixer
  • 3+ years of relevant experience with real-time 3D environments
  • 3–5+ years in architectural visualization or game environment art
What the job really is

The Unreal Artist role involves creating interactive, real-time environments for architectural projects, allowing stakeholders to navigate spaces before construction begins. The artist will collaborate with a team to enhance production processes, optimize assets for performance, and utilize advanced tools like Unreal Engine 5 and various modeling software. Responsibilities also include importing complex geometries, implementing lighting techniques, and producing high-quality materials for realistic representations.

Benefits
  • Full time, Fixed Term contract
  • Hybrid working available around project commitments
  • Salary Pay Range: R420,000 — R600,000 ZAR
Things to weigh
  • Requires a portfolio showcasing design work, which may limit applicants
  • Only considering applicants with pre-existing work authorization for South Africa
  • Interviews will begin on 7th September, which may indicate a tight timeline for candidates
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