{"id":2197,"date":"2016-08-02T11:49:03","date_gmt":"2016-08-02T18:49:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/universesandbox.com\/blog\/?p=2197"},"modified":"2022-04-07T12:36:10","modified_gmt":"2022-04-07T19:36:10","slug":"hiring-a-3d-artist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/universesandbox.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/hiring-a-3d-artist\/","title":{"rendered":"Hiring a 3D Artist"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">This position has been filled. Thank you to everyone who applied.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">If this still sounds like an ideal job for you, please<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/universesandbox.com\/contact\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/universesandbox.com\/contact\/\">reach out<\/a><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">. We are always looking for more help from the right candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Giant Army is looking for a 3D artist to create realistic spacecraft models for Universe Sandbox \u00b2, a space and gravity simulator with a\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/230290\/\">94% positive rating on Steam<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">You will research accurate materials, measurements, etc. and work with the project director\u2019s feedback toward a high level of realism and detail. You will also work with the lead graphics programmer to ensure the models and textures can integrate well with the game engine. You must love creating realistic models and you must be a collaborative worker.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">This is a full-time, contract position.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">We hope you join us in making something incredible that\u2019s never been done before.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2207\" src=\"https:\/\/universesandbox.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Universe-Sandbox-\u00b2-Models.jpg\" alt=\"Universe Sandbox \u00b2 - Models\" width=\"650\" height=\"220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/universesandbox.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Universe-Sandbox-\u00b2-Models.jpg 650w, https:\/\/universesandbox.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Universe-Sandbox-\u00b2-Models-300x101.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Your Role<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Create realistic models and textures for spacecraft and spacecraft parts\n<ul>\n<li>e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Saturn_V\">Saturn V<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/N1_(rocket)\">N1<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/New_Horizons\">New Horizons<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Create models for other in-game objects on an as-needed basis\n<ul>\n<li>e.g. human-sized objects, collision fragments, VR interface items<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">Work with and implement the project director\u2019s feedback toward a high level of realism and detail<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Work with the lead graphics programmer to create efficient models which integrate well with the Universe Sandbox \u00b2 engine<\/li>\n<li>Help change the way the world perceives our universe and fragile planet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Ideal Candidate<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Self-driven and talented 3D modeler and texture artist<\/li>\n<li>Strong attention and dedication to detail<\/li>\n<li>Familiar with technical limitations and how models function within a game engine<\/li>\n<li>Excited about helping develop a tool that allows users to experiment with simulations, pushing the boundaries of what has been done in real-time for public consumption<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Mandatory Qualifications<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Appreciation for realism and detail<\/li>\n<li>Strong knowledge of modeling and texturing<\/li>\n<li>Proficient in 3D modeling software<\/li>\n<li>Excited about science and astronomy<\/li>\n<li>Familiar with version control and some kind of task-management system<\/li>\n<li>Works collaboratively<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Company Overview<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"http:\/\/giantarmy.com\/\">Giant Army<\/a> is the company behind Universe Sandbox, a space simulator that\u2019s sold hundreds of thousands of copies on Steam. Our headquarters are in Seattle, Washington, USA, with team members in Washington DC, Missouri, California, Germany, and Denmark.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Team members enjoy a flexible, collaborative environment. We pursue the features that get us excited about science. We do the work so that we can share that with others. We\u2019re also committed to creating an accessible experience that can\u2019t be found elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Science is for everyone, and we welcome all qualified applicants.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Product Overview<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"http:\/\/universesandbox.com\/\">Universe Sandbox \u00b2<\/a> is our core product that lets the user explore and learn about our amazing universe and fragile planet while creating and destroying on a scale they\u2019ve never before imagined. It\u2019s more than a game; it\u2019s a way of experiencing and learning about reality in a way that\u2019s never been done before. Early alpha access now available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">How to Apply<\/h3>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">This position has been filled. Thank you to everyone who applied.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">If this still sounds like an ideal job for you, please<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/universesandbox.com\/contact\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/universesandbox.com\/contact\/\">reach out<\/a><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">. We are always looking for more help from the right candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Email us: jobs at universesandbox.com<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">In the email please include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Relevant email subject<\/li>\n<li>Link to or copy of your resume or CV<\/li>\n<li>Link to portfolio\/samples<\/li>\n<li>Answer to these 2 questions:\n<ul>\n<li>What is the most appealing part of this opportunity?<\/li>\n<li>Why are you a good fit for this position?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Where you originally heard about this job posting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This position has been filled. Thank you to everyone who applied. If this still sounds like an ideal job for you, please\u00a0reach out. We are always looking for more help from the right candidates. 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