Hiring for Animator/3d Artist at Kochi, Kerala, India Full Time

Job Description

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Job summary:
We are looking for a Senior 3D Generalist, who can create and texture high and low poly models including characters, BG environment, props etc. for Gamification, AR- VR, 3D Animation Projects. Your primary responsibility to work as a 3D Modeler and Texturing artist and however you should be flexible to work as a generalist (Conceptual illustration, storyboarding, Aftereffects / Animate animator ) to work effectively in a productive environment. Maintain creative skills and a broad knowledge in latest tools and production techniques.
Purpose of the job:

• Work closely with Art Directors/Project Managers to develop 3D assets and produce innovative ideas for client deliverables and complete

the tasks within production deadlines while being largely self-directed.

• Work on Gamification, AR- VR, 2D, 3D Animation projects, effectively prioritizes work and balances multiple priorities simultaneously to meet client commitments and deadlines.
• Excellent skills in 3D Modeling, Texturing using digital tools like Autodesk Maya, Blender, Z- Brush, Substance Painter, Sketchup and Adobe Photoshop.
• Accurately model objects in both high- and low-polygon based on concept arts / real life photo references. These can be anything from props, vehicles,

buildings, vegetation, set dressing & characters (including Blendshapes).

• Should have good knowledge in UV layout, texture projections, and 2D texture painting in UV layouts. Create high quality textures from photographic references or
• concept art including but not limited to colour using normal maps, specular maps, parallax mapping and knowledge in shader networks will be an advantage.
• Strong visual skills – a good eye for detail of character anatomy, perspective, scale, composition, colour, physical motion, weight, balance and form.
• Good to have working knowledge in Unity 3D game engine, you should be able to create 3D layout, prefabs, level design, scene lighting and export as a unity
• package asset to programming team to reduce their productive time coding.
• Good to have good understanding of character kinematics, deformation, production pipeline/workflow techniques as they apply to animation biomechanics.
• Good to have basic knowldge in CG Lighting techniques, color theory, balance/contrast, rendering techniques such as Global Illumination, HDRI,
• Final Gather, pre-rendering, real-time rendering, Digital Lighting, Color Theory, Balance/Contrast and Emotive response
• You should be a proactive team player with strong work ethic, self-direction and ability to perform visual and analytical problem-solving.
• Able to listen to feedback from Art Director, Project Manager, Clients, Developer and constantly critique your own work to achieve the best possible quality.
• Must be able to work alone or collaboratively and manage multiple tasks at the same time.
• Minimum 8 years experience in 3D animation / game production.
• You must have a portfolio demonstrating 3D modeling,texturing skills.
• A portfolio in traditional art work, together with drawings, paintings, photography, UI designing will be an added advantage.
• Good to have UI design skills like creates layouts with strong typography and appropriate use of color, images and fonts, allowing for readability of type for client
• deliverables requiring conceptualization of ideas in preparation of original art.
• Good to have basic skills in concept art, skecthing / illustration using Adobe Photoshop / Adobe Illustrator will be an added advantage.
• Proficient and remains up-to-date with graphics software tools and equipment required of the position, including Audtodesk Maya, Blender, Z-Brush, Substance Painter, Adobe

Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After effects, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

• Knowledge in Unity 3D game engine will be an added advantage.
• Maintains awareness of “state-of-the-art” techniques, equipment, best practices and developments within the 3D design community.
• Supports firm brand, understands, implements, and strictly adheres to the quality standards and procedures established by Ernst & Young, including VI and branding guidelines.
• May cross-train in additional CSG disciplines to provide flexibility during peak times.
• Pursues and shares best practices within the department and among GSS/CSG staff.

Analytical/Decision making responsibilities:
Plans and organizes own work and keeps others informed of status and activities.
Knowledge and skills requirements:

• Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating portfolio demonstrating 3D modeling and texturing skills.
• Communication skills: Good communication skills in English are essential as the role requires direct communication with international team members and clients.
• Tools: Excellent technical knowledge in Autodesk Maya, Blender, Z-Brush, Substance Painter, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Aftereffects and related Adobe products are pre-requisits for this role.

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