Technical Artist

**About Dambuster Studios**

Originally founded in 1999 as Free Radical Design our ambition and passion comes through as strongly now as when we first began. We are always seeking individuals who can emulate our values - passion, quality, and teamwork - which are embodied in our diverse and inclusive culture.

**Technical Artist - Procedural Tools**

Dambuster Studios - creators of the TimeSplitters series alongside Second Sight, Haze, Homefront: The Revolution, and the number one BAFTA nominated smash hit **Dead Island 2** - has an exciting opportunity for a **Technical Artist, Procedural Tools,** to join our highly talented Technical Art team.

**Role overview**

We're seeking an individual who embodies innovation, collaboration, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of game development. As a Technical Artist specialising in Procedural Tools, you'll work closely with our Art teams to develop and maintain a suite of tools that automate tasks, enhance workflows, and unlock new creative possibilities. You'll collaborate with our Technical Art and Core Tech teams to drive technological advancements, improve efficiency, and uphold our high standards of artistic quality.

**What we can offer you**
- Core hours 9.30am - 4pm, remaining hours worked flexibly
- Studio based, hybrid or remote for this role (if hybrid or remote, dates of attendance will be mutually agreed between parties)
- Holiday allowance that increases with service (to a maximum of 30 days plus statutory public holidays)
- Annual pay reviews
- Company pension contribution that increases with service
- Company enhanced full pay for maternity leave for the first 26 weeks (to qualifying expectant mothers)
- Clear career progression within Dambuster Studios
- Studio funded learning and development opportunities
- Modern game development environment with the latest technologies
- Vibrant, modern city centre location with good transport links
- Fully subsidised gym membership with Virgin gym (Nottingham)
- Annual Christmas party and Summer Family BBQ
- Quarterly company funded cross-team events
- Free financial advice
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Weekly office treats, including breakfast on Monday and pastries on Friday

**Responsibilities**
- Create and maintain a suite of tools that empower our art teams to create ground-breaking visuals in record-breaking time.
- Create and maintain specific materials, where required by the tools, under the guidance of the Technical Art Director.
- Create and maintain blueprints where required to integrate the tools into our content pipeline.
- Create benchmark art assets to demonstrate technical set-up.
- Work with the Technical Art and Core Tech Teams to develop new technology, improve workflows, and resolve technical issues as required.
- Work with the Technical Art and Core Tech Teams to manage, organise and optimise the art data.
- Assist the Art Team with technical issues and help define and enforce best practice.
- Prepare for and attend daily scrums; provide updates
- Use associated Project Management systems/Kbox and participate in meetings as defined by Managers, Project Managers and/or Producers to keep the broader team up to date with progress
- From time to time be required to do tasks outside of immediate remit (such tasks will usually be closely aligned with the employee’s skillset or knowledge database)
- Documenting and presenting processes, techniques, knowledge or guidelines based on the production of work.

**Requirements**:

- Proficiency in using Houdini and Houdini Engine for constructing procedural geometry.
- Strong understanding of art, lighting, and material pipelines.
- Familiarity with 3ds Max and other art authoring tools.
- Methodical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Openness to feedback and guidance from team members.
- Eagerness to learn, grow, and help others succeed.
- Adaptability and versatility to thrive in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to work efficiently under deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

**Equal Opportunities Statement**

Dambuster Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Anyone considering their next step in their career journey with Dambuster will receive consideration without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity or paternity, or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to apply.

We operate a transparent recruitment process that removes barriers for those who require reasonable adjustments. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or onboarding process, or if you are successful