Technical Artist Flight
Reports to: Lead Artist
Base Location: Kent, UK
To apply, go to www.dovetailgames.com/vacancies
Overview of Department
We are scaling the Dovetail development team to deliver the next generation of flight simulation in to PC hobbyist.
Summary of Key Responsibilities
Dovetail Games is recruiting for a Technical Artist, who will acts as a bridge between the artists and programmers. The Technical Artist will ensure art assets can be easily integrated into a simulation without sacrificing the overall artistic vision or exceeding the technical limits of the chosen platform. The role is a key part of the team as game systems become more complex. The Technical Artist works as part of the art team, and coordinates closely with the lead artist and lead programmer as well as other areas of the team.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following;
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[li]Provide technical support for artists
[/li][li]Specify and help develop (authoring & maintaining) tools using Max script in support of a pipeline & feature, making the work flow of the artist easier and optimized.
[/li][li]Specify other tools needed to make state of the art simulation products
[/li][li]Able to create efficient materials: Traditional and PBR shading
[/li][li]Work closely with programming to develop new features, valuing its risks/rewards
[/li][li]Analyse and optimize art content for memory and performance gains throughout the project, whilst maintaining visual fidelity.
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Person Spec
Qualifications and Training
Essential
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Minimum maths & English GCSE or equivalent, CSE, O’Level, Level 2 NVQ
Experience
Essential
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[li]Expert knowledge of 3DS Max, Photoshop and game engines
[/li][li]In depth knowledge of tool pipelines
[/li][li]2+ years’ experience as a Technical Artist in computer generated art, preferably in game development
[/li][li]Ability to set up systems and procedures
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Desirable
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[li]Working within the gaming community
[/li][li]Aviation experience
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Skills, Aptitudes and Abilities
Essential
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[li]Knowledge of modeling, lighting, texturing/shading, rendering, rigging, skinning, in-game physics and special effects
[/li][li]Maxscript, plus Python, C# or batch files
[/li][li]Strong understanding of technical limits and excellent technical problem solving skills
[/li][li]Good verbal and written English skills
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Desirable
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[li]Experience with PC development
[/li][li]Experience or knowledge of Agile development practices
[/li][li]Knowledge of Perforce
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Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
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[li]Excellent organization and people skills
[/li][li]Articulate
[/li][li]Confident
[/li][li]Creative and Innovative
[/li][li]Takes initiative
[/li][li]Attention to detail
[/li][li]Positive Attitude
[/li][li]Demonstrates accountability/integrity
[/li][li]Respectful and considerate
[/li][li]Strong communication skills at all levels
[/li][li]Confident to challenge and ask questions
[/li][li]Cool under pressure
[/li][li]Reliable
[/li][li]Flexible
[/li][li]Friendly
[/li][li]Work well in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment
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Desirable
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[li]Simulation Gamer
[/li][li]Gamer
[/li][li]Flying experience
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At Dovetail Games we are passionate about building beautiful worlds that empower players with the freedom to unleash their creativity, and live out their dreams. Today we build and publish the World’s No.1 Train Simulator and are currently developing our latest masterpiece, the ultimate angling simulation - Dovetail Games Fishing. We also recently signed a global licensing deal with Microsoft to exclusively develop and publish all-new flight products based on Microsoft’s genre defining flight technology and will distribute the multi-award winning Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Gold Edition through our ongoing relationship with Valve.
This is only the start of our journey. We are growing fast and we have big ambitions to lead the way at the pinnacle of innovation. We are looking for individuals with the energy, drive and skill to craft a new generation of entertainment, across a multitude of gaming platforms. Talented people who take pride in a job well done and thrive in a positive environment, where ideas are celebrated, and everyone has a voice.
If you think you have what it takes to be part of our journey, then join the team in one of our UK locations in Chatham or Stirling.
At Dovetail Games, we are embracing the future of gaming.
Are you?
To apply, go to www.dovetailgames.com/vacancies
We are committed to promoting equal opportunities and diversity. All applicants will be considered on their merit, qualifications, competence and talent, regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.