Art Implementer

3 Months ago • All levels • Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Art Implementer at Epic Games' Fortnite Character team, you'll implement 2D/3D artwork from internal and external sources into in-engine assets (materials, textures, LODs, animations). You'll manage multiple assets simultaneously, troubleshoot issues, collaborate with other disciplines, and identify pipeline problems. You'll also organize asset structures, fix errors, and ensure assets are updated throughout their lifecycle (Concept-to-Gameplay). This role demands a generalist with knowledge of various art and production software (Maya, 3DS Max, Photoshop, Perforce, Jira, Unreal), a strong QA mindset, organizational skills, and a moderate understanding of UE5. You'll be a self-starter capable of independent work, but also a team player with effective communication skills.
Must have:
  • Implement 2D/3D artwork
  • Proficient in Maya, 3DS Max, Photoshop
  • UE5 understanding
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Organized and efficient
  • Strong communication
Perks:
  • 100% premium paid for company benefits
  • Private medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Critical illness, life and AD&D insurance
  • Robust mental well-being program

Job Details

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.

Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.

ART

What We Do

Push your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class environment, character and concept artists who strive to innovate and inspire.

What You'll Do

Epic Games is looking for an Asset Implementer on our Fortnite Character team

In this role, you will

  • Implement 2D/3D artwork from internal and external sources into stable, workable assets in engine (materials and texture settings, LODs, animation plugins, etc.)
  • Work on multiple assets simultaneously and update other disciplines once work is done
  • Problem-solving efficiently, finding a problem, and communicating with various disciplines to find a solution
  • Identify problems within the implementation pipeline, working with engineers to create new tools and processes
  • Organize asset structures and keep them uniform across multiple programs, fixing and re-implementing assets when errors occur
  • Follow assets down the entire Concept-to-Gameplay pipeline, keeping assets up to date in engine throughout their entire lifetime

What we're looking for

  • A Generalist who has knowledge of various art and production computer programs (Maya, 3DS Max, Photoshop, Perforce, Jira, Unreal)
  • Have a QA mindset and problem-solving skills to identify and make fixes to assets as needed
  • Can keep organized and ahead of the curve in a fast-paced production environment
  • A moderate understanding of UE5 and its various editors (FX, 2D, 3D, Levels, animation, etc.)
  • A self-sustaining person who can take charge of their own work, but will reach out and communicate with others on a daily basis when needed

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

In addition to any statutory benefits requirements, we pay 100% of the premiums associated with our Company benefits plans, including (where applicable) for both employees and dependents covered by the benefits plan. Our current Company benefits package includes private medical insurance, dental, vision, critical illness, and life and AD&D. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.

ABOUT US

Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy .

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found .

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Founded in 1991, Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Epic operates Fortnite, one of the world’s largest games with over 350 million accounts and 2.5 billion friend connections. Epic also develops Unreal Engine, which powers the world’s leading games and is adopted across industries such as film and television, architecture, automotive, manufacturing, and simulation. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content. Epic has over 40 offices worldwide with headquarters in Cary, North Carolina.

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