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2K · 1 month ago

Gaming Technical Artist Instructor

Novato, California, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$109K/yr - $161K/yr

2K Games is a global video game company known for publishing titles developed by influential studios. They are seeking a Gaming Technical Artist Instructor who will be responsible for training and developing junior Tech Artists as part of a Tech Art Graduate Program, ensuring a positive rotation experience and fostering talent within the company.

Developer APIsPublishingSoftwareSportsVideo Games

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Partner with our Talent Acquisition team to develop, implement and track creative recruitment strategies and processes to ensure we target and recruit the best candidates and enhance the company's diversity

Develop and continuously optimise the training syllabus for the 3-month Tech Art onboarding Training period

Support rotation scope to ensure actionable goals are set for each grad at the start of each rotation

Manage and proactively report on graduate performance and rotation experience to ensure a positive rotation experience

Mentor graduates by providing timely and effective performance feedback and early career guidance

Coordinate and support engaging, high-quality, innovative, and timely development opportunities (training, speakers, events, workshops)

Build relationships with partner teams, including Studio Partners, to ensure the successful delivery of the program

Demonstrate operational excellence

Qualification

Real-time 3D pipelinesGame EnginesScripting languages3D mathTechnical training experienceCommunication skillsProject managementMentoringCreativityTime management

Required

Familiarity with real-time 3D pipelines and major content creation tools (e.g., Maya, Blender, Substance)

Experience with Game Engines (e.g. Unreal, Unity, in-house)

Foundational knowledge of Scripting languages (e.g., Python for tools) and their application in art pipelines

Familiarity with performance analysis and debugging tools to diagnose common art performance issues

Proven familiarity with 3D math (linear algebra) as it applies to shaders, rigging, and animation

Familiarity with various technical art specializations, including VFX, complex material authoring, and advanced rigging

Experience in designing, coordinating or executing high-quality technical training for junior Tech Artists

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, capable of breaking down complex technical topics

Proven ability to lead, develop and drive training programs from curriculum design to final delivery

Effective time management, ability to multitask and prioritize concurrent mentorship and instructional duties

Project management experience supporting programs developing early career talent and coordinating multi-month rotation schedules

Preferred

Passionate video game enthusiast

Post-secondary degree/diploma in a relevant Tech or Art field such as Technical Art, Game Development, Computer Graphics, Computer Science, or 3D Art

A desire to stay current with learning and development best practices to elevate the program experience

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage

14 paid holidays per calendar year

Paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days)

Eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program

Up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year

Paid parental and compassionate leave

Wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support

Family planning support through Maven

Commuter benefits

Reimbursements for fitness-related expenses

Company

2K

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2K is a development studio that develops and publishes sports-based video games. It is a sub-organization of Take-Two Interactive Software.

Founded in 2005

Novato, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://2k.com

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