Real Time Graphics Artist, News

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey.

📋 Description

• Develop real-time scenes using Vizrt Artist

• Import, rig, and optimize assets in Vizrt and Unreal Engine while adhering to established architecture

• Design immersive environments featuring high-fidelity models, custom PBR shading, and dynamic lighting

• Achieve a balance between visual impact and performance efficiency in both Vizrt and Unreal Engine

• Construct interactive logic and procedural systems utilizing Vizrt scripts and Unreal Engine Blueprints

• Facilitate live data integration and triggers for real-time graphics

• Perform performance profiling to ensure consistent frame rates of 60fps+ for live broadcasts and large-scale video walls

• Establish and uphold workflows between Maya, Cinema 4D, Blender, and real-time engines

• Investigate real-time technologies such as Lumen, Nanite, and PCG

• Guide and motivate a team of creators

• Oversee artists managing project execution, team capacity, and professional development

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in 3D and real-time production

• At least 2 years dedicated to the sports and entertainment sectors

• Proficient in Vizrt and Unreal Engine

• Basic scripting abilities within the Vizrt ecosystem: VB Script, HTML5, JavaScript, TypeScript

• Skilled in Photoshop, After Effects, Maya, 3Ds Max, Cinema 4D, and other related design software

• Experience with Substance Painter/Designer and Adobe Creative Suite

• Comprehensive understanding of real-time rendering pipelines and GPU optimization

• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in real-time graphics, self-service graphics, interactivity, and hyper-photorealistic compositions

• Outstanding problem-solving skills for technical challenges within live production timelines

• Willingness to work extended or non-traditional hours as required by production

• Preferred: Experience with Ross Xpression, Pixotope, or Zero Density

• Preferred: Knowledge of Python or C++ for engine-side customization

• Preferred: Familiarity with version control systems like Perforce or Git

• Preferred: Experience with LED video walls and projection mapping

• External candidates may need to attend an in-person interview at a VERSANT Media location

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work options available

• Health insurance coverage

• Retirement plan offerings

• Paid time off benefits

• Equal employment opportunity commitment

• Reasonable accommodation support for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans