TITLE: Character Technical Artist

REQUIREMENTS: 2 years of experience in the job or 2 years of experience as an Artist, Technical Artist, 3D Generalist Artist, or related occupation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Any suitable combination of education, training, &/or experience is acceptable.

JOB DUTIES: Create and support the character rigs. Work with the art department to make sure character models are created properly and are ready to be rigged. Work with the animation department to create easy to use rigs that can support the creation of amazing keyframed animated performances. Rig, skin, and create simulations for cloth and hair in Maya across a diverse set of characters and monsters. Help streamline the content creation pipeline to help artists work more efficiently. Work hand in hand with other character technical artists, helping mentor and guide them throughout the production.

Salary range: $94,036/year to $124,000/year

CONTACT: Please send resume ref#23241/contact K. Finnsson for an appointment.
Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
1 Blizzard Way
Irvine, CA 92618

Jobsite: Irvine, CA (Full-time position)

TITLE: Pipeline Technical Artist

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or foreign equivalency and 2 years of experience in the job or 2 years of experience as a Technical Artist, Pipeline TD, Rigging TD, or related occupation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Any suitable combination of education, training, &/or experience is acceptable.

JOB DUTIES: Design, build, implement, and improve art tools and related software. Collaborate and communicate across departments. Evaluate the needs of development team members, and identify issues, to understand and support them. Deliver innovative tool solutions that will help artists develop epic visual content for world-class player experiences. Spearhead technical art development for specific projects, and initiatives to standardize solutions across the organization. Champion processes and advocate towards streamlining tools and processes

Salary range: $119,038/year to $142,600/year

CONTACT: Please send resume ref#23257/contact K. Finnsson for an appointment.
Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
1 Blizzard Way
Irvine, CA 92618

Jobsite: Irvine, CA (Full-time position)

TITLE: Senior Concept Artist

REQUIREMENTS: 2 years of experience in the job or 2 years of experience as an Artist, Computer Graphic Artist, or related occupation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Any suitable combination of education, training, &/or experience is acceptable.

JOB DUTIES: Generate and brainstorm original and creative ideas that align with the project’s artistic vision and goals. Translate abstract concepts and narratives into visual representations. Create unique and visually compelling character designs that are consistent with the project’s story and themes. Develop variations and iterations of characters to provide a range of design options. Design immersive and captivating environments, landscapes, architectural elements, and settings that enhance the project’s world. Ensure that designs are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and contribute to the overall storytelling. Design objects, vehicles, weapons, and other props that are integral to the project’s universe. Pay attention to the functionality, form, and consistency of prop designs. Develop storyboards and visual narratives that outline key scenes, camera angles, and sequences to guide the production team. Consider composition, framing, and visual storytelling techniques to convey the narrative effectively. Collaborate closely with art directors, game designers, writers, and other team members to ensure that the visual style aligns with the project’s goals. Communicate concepts and ideas clearly through sketches, presentations, and discussions. Be receptive to feedback from the team and stakeholders and incorporate it into concept art revisions. Continuously refine and improve concept art throughout the project’s development. Stay updated on industry trends and conduct research to gather references and inspiration for concept art. Utilize references to enhance the realism and authenticity of designs. Utilize digital art software and traditional art techniques to create high-quality concept art. Stay current with industry-standard tools and adapt to new technologies as needed. Manage workload efficiently to meet project milestones and deadlines. Prioritize tasks to ensure timely delivery of high-quality concept art. Maintain a high standard of quality in all concept art, adhering to the project’s artistic guidelines. Ensure that concept art contributes to the overall visual coherence of the production.

Salary range: $134,550/year to $161,500/year

CONTACT: Please send resume ref#23239/contact K. Finnsson for an appointment.
Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
1 Blizzard Way
Irvine, CA 92618

Jobsite: Irvine, CA (Full-time position)