Activision's Elsewhere Entertainment seeks a Senior Technical Artist to contribute to a new IP.  Responsibilities include improving content creation workflows (shaders, rigging, animation, texturing, VFX, lighting, UI), collaborating with artists and engineers on innovative tools, maintaining technical asset production, and mentoring junior tech artists.  The ideal candidate possesses 6+ years of game industry experience with at least 3 shipped titles, comprehensive scripting knowledge (Python, JavaScript, C#, C++, MAX Script, or MEL), deep understanding of memory/performance impact, shader writing/debugging, PBR systems, game engines, pipelines, and processes.  Problem-solving creativity, a positive team attitude, and organizational skills are essential.

Great games start with great people.

Activision

Project Management Intern

Senior Manager, Payroll Operations

Asia Communications Director

EMEA Communications Director, Activision & Blizzard

Senior Analytics Engineer

Principal Lighting Artist

Associate Cinematic Director

Tier 3 Service Operations Specialist

Player Support Team Lead

Player Support Associate Producer

<div data-automation-id="jobPostingDescription" class="css-oplht1"><h2>Job Title:</h2>Senior Technical Artist<h2>Requisition ID:</h2>R024295<h2>Job Description:</h2><div><div><div><div>Position available in&nbsp;Warsaw, Poland or Malmö, Sweden&nbsp;(On-Site Hybrid)Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Senior Technical Artist to join the development of a new IP.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div> Feed your creativity while collaborating with our team of highly-skilled developers to build something innovative, exhilarating, and expansively entertaining.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div> As a member of the Technical Art department, you’ll put your amazing skills to use solving a wide range of challenges, including implementing artist tools and defining our pipeline and workflows.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div> As a member of the project, you’ll help take the studio and our game from great to even better—with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>You’ll help us by…&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Support and improve content creation workflows for our art team, including shaders, rigging, animation, texturing, visual effects, lighting, and UI.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with Artists and Engineers to deliver innovative tool solutions that will help artists develop epic visual content.&nbsp;</li><li>Maintain aspects of technical asset production (leak prevention, content data implementation, etc.).&nbsp;</li><li>Inspire and mentor fellow tech artists as a role model of initiative, accountability, and demeanor.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>You’re awesome because you have…&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Proven experience (6+ years) in the games industry working in a tech art position, with at least 3 shipped titles.&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Comprehensive understanding of scripting languages. (Python, JavaScript, C#, C++, MAX Script, or MEL).&nbsp;</li><li>In depth knowledge of memory and performance impact from a content creation perspective.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience writing and/or debugging shaders.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent understanding of Physically Based Rendering systems and techniques.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Possesses in-depth understanding of game engines, pipelines, and processes.&nbsp;</li><li>Creativity in problem solving and a positive, respectful team-first attitude.&nbsp;</li><li>Organization methods and the capability to meet agreed timelines.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Bonus points for…&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Experience working on AAA titles.&nbsp;</li><li>Enjoyment of playing a variety of video game genres and titles.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Our World&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Ready to Activate Your Future?&nbsp;&nbsp;</div></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>#elsewhere&nbsp;</div></div></div></div>

Senior Technical Artist