CONTRACT - Environment Artist I (NST)

About the role

Nintendo Software Technology is a tight-knit game development studio located in Redmond, WA. As part of the Nintendo family, we're passionate about creating games designed to surprise and delight our customers. We're always on the lookout for exceptional artists to help support our Art Department.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the creation of 3D content that meets required direction and quality specifications.
• Participates in assigned illustrations, 3D models, and textures for characters, environments, and objects.
• Participates in assigned animations for 3D and 2D assets.
• Utilizes and maintains proficient knowledge of required commercial and Nintendo proprietary art production tools.
• Implements game play features aligned to game design goals.
• Applies professional expertise to review, analyze, and test products under development as a contributing member of a production team to ensure delivery of Nintendo's high standard of quality and timeliness.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience having shipped at least 1 game.
• Proven artistic and technical skills in basic 3D and/or 2D art production.
• Experienced with game development pipelines and game engines (E.g. Unreal, Unity or a proprietary engine).
• Proven proficiency with commercial art production software (E.g. Photoshop, Maya, Zbrush, Substance Painter, etc.).
• Capable of excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Can respond to feedback and iterations quickly and efficiently.
• Undergraduate degree in art or related field; or equivalent education and experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Substance Designer.
• Deep passion for stylized texture authoring for hard surface and organic subjects.

Skills

• Proficient in commercial and Nintendo proprietary art production tools.
• Experience with game development pipelines and game engines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle feedback and iterations effectively.

Benefits

This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time. This contract position includes the base pay range listed below and is eligible for benefits through the employing agency. Agency benefits include eligibility for medical insurance, employee assistance program, and paid sick leave. All benefits are subject to elections, eligibility requirements, plan and program terms. Benefits offerings will be confirmed at the time of offer by the employing agency, and may differ depending on the employing agency partner.

Pay

Pay Range $31—$47 USD

Schedule

This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division.