Sr Technical Artist I / II

Job Description

Job Posting Title Sr Technical Artist I / II Summary We are looking for a technology evangelist who will be responsible for contributing mobile/web product development that aligns with Aristocrat s strategic product roadmap. As part of game development team, your primary responsibility will be to create Aristocrat games for multiple channels (Mobile Android, iOS, Web). The successful candidate will contribute towards top-quality delivery of games that push the boundaries of gaming entertainment. Technical Artist is responsible for the visual quality, bringing the team under a consistent and unified direction and utilizing ground breaking techniques and tools. You will get an opportunity to take technical ownership of the modules/features assigned to you. You will also be a part of a truly exciting, open, fun yet challenging environment which provides enormous opportunities for professional and personal growth. What youll do

• Works closely with the Game Designers, Graphic Illustrators, Animators, Technical Artists, and Software Engineers to define the games visual direction using cutting edge techniques to deliver unprecedented visuals for our product.
• Works with Software Architects, Product Managers, product developers, subject matter experts and others on assigned modules.
• Develop new games as well as modify existing legacy games ensuring the production of quality products.
• Proficiency in documentation and communication is essential in sharing information and articulating the rationale behind the art direction decisions among the stakeholders.
• Project planning and tracking skills & understanding are important to insure the team stays on track and priorities adapt to creative changes as needed.
• Do analysis and estimation of tasks assigned with minimum deviation.
• Provide aid to QA and support personnel on need basis to identify problems with game.
• Follow company and team guidelines while working on a problem or implementing a feature.
• Take ownership of task assigned from analysis till the production ready state.
• Good inter-personal skills. Should be able to motivate and mentor others.

What were looking for

• A Tertiary Graphic Design or Animation Qualification with 4-6 years of experience
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a commercial Art / Animation environment.
• Advanced knowledge in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator & After effects.
• Extensive knowledge of platform constraints, understanding of software tools, and graphic production process.
• Exceptional traditional art skills including drawing, composition, graphic and color theory.
• Proven ability to take visual concepts and produce required art.
• Understanding of movement and lighting.
• Broad understanding of technical issues in graphics, such as rendering, performance, streaming and memory management.
• Ability to produce artwork in a timely manner with top quality craftsmanship.
• Excellent graphic design skills or storyboarding techniques.
• Skill in character design or logo design.
• Supports engineering development by updating and modifying artwork to meet technical requirements in a timely and efficient manner.
• Demonstrates an extremely high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must have strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Must have strong communication skills and able to work with team.
• Ability to drive discussions towards conclusions.
• Articulate and should be able to express ideas and issues without inhibitions.

Why Aristocrat

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment
• Robust benefits package
• Global career opportunities
• Our core values: All about the player, Talent Unleashed, Collective Brilliance and Good Business, Good Citizen

Our Winning Ways

• Unite - Come together as one team, with one vision
• Develop - Empower, inspire and grow our people
• Deliver - Execute with excellence, be accountable for results
• Play - Be creative, celebrate success

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Keyskills :
isual concepts adobe photoshop strong communication skills traditional art skills problem solving graphic design subject matter experts art direction game development visual direction