Technical Artist (Japan)

Job Description

・Act as a bridge between the Art and Programming teams

・Research and develop technical tools

・Build workflows for art production and integration into the engine

・Support validation and optimization of art assets

・Resolve issues during art asset integration and ensure the highest visual quality

・Create and maintain technical documentation related to art workflows and tools

Required Skills

・Over 2 years of professional experience with the Unity 3D engine

・Basic knowledge of Unity scene management, prefab setup, Shuriken (particle system), lighting, and materials

・Proficiency in at least one 3D modeling/animation software such as Maya, 3Ds Max, Blender, Houdini, or Cinema 4D

・Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop or equivalent tools

・Deep understanding of 2D/3D animation, compositing, and color theory

・Ability to communicate in English

Preferred Skills

・Experience in development using C#, Python, MEL scripting, or Unity editor tools

Shader programming using HLSL, CG, or ShaderLab

・Experience with Unity Shader Graph and VFX Graph

・Knowledge of 2D/3D rigging, animation, and compositing

・Understanding of traditional animation principles

・Experience with performance profiling and use of tools such as Unity Frame Debugger or Xcode Metal Debugger

・Experience in VFX, motion graphics, photography, or video editing

Ideal Candidate Profile

・Strong problem-solving and communication skills

・Sharp observational and attentional abilities to understand artistic vision in detail

・Capable of cross-functional collaboration across teams

Employment Type

Full-time (Permanent Employee)

Work Location

Tokyo Office (5-minute walk from Tokyo Station, Yaesu Exit)

Compensation and Benefits

Employer: Limit Break Japan Inc.

Contract Term: No fixed term (Note: the first 3 months will be a contract position)

Probation Period: Yes

Working Hours: Standard hours from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (8 hours of actual work)

Work Style: Fixed hours

Overtime: Required

Break Time: 1 hour

Holidays & Leave: Full 2-day weekend (Saturday and Sunday), national holidays, paid leave, and year-end/New Year holidays

Insurance: Employment insurance, workers' compensation, pension, and health insurance

Salary

Negotiable

Apply now:

If you are confident, driven and are looking for an exciting role, this job could be a great opportunity for you. Apply to [email protected] to explore this new opportunity. This is an international blockchain gaming company that operates regionally, and is opening offices in multiple locations around the globe. We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.