Lead Modeler

At Invoke, our mission is to Have Fun Building Great Games.

We believe the best games come from people who love what they do, in an environment that values them and their ideas. That’s why we make games that our younger selves used to dream about and that we would like to play (or that we still like to play). And we make sure that everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our collective success. Being part of Wizards of the Coast, we get to contribute to a collection of games that have inspired players and developers for decades.

At Invoke, you get to play your part as a valued member of an open and dedicated team within a magical world!

Job Description 

Invoke is looking for an experienced Lead 3D Artist with a strong technical background in AAA 3D assets creation to lead and motivate a team of 3D artists and the data sent and received to our outsourcing partners. In essence you will be the owner and guardian of the object banks  that include vegetation, architecture, natural, furniture and more generic assets. Candidates should have extensive experience working with modelers and texture artists. You will be expected to create benchmark assets, define the best practices and work hand in hand with outsourcers to monitor execution. This role requires a strong artistic sense as well as the ability to execute the highest-quality data. 

What you'll do 

• Establish high quality standards for the team by defining solid processes and mentorship. 

• Develop your team through your keen artistic eye, technical prowess and managerial expertise. 

• Supervise the production and adoption of best practices for the creation of 3D content. 

• Work closely with producers to ensure that schedules and plans align with project needs. 

• Assess, critique, and improve the game’s environmental modeling, textures and shaders. Ensuring a consistant style across all assets. 

• Assist in the development of art bibles, visual direction and technical checklists for both internal and external developpers. 

• Maintain effective documentation and communication to ensure that team members and outsourcing partners are aligned with the project objectives 

What you'll bring 

• 10+ years experience developing AAA titles 

• 5+ years of experience leading artistic teams on AAA titles 

• Creative vision to take an environment modeling to completion from either a detailed or simple concept image. 

• A strong understanding of both surfacing and lighting from an artistic and technical point of view.  

• Intimate understanding of next generation asset creation pipelines and tools. 

• Excellent communication skills and teamwork oriented attitude 

• Able to contribute to, interpret, and clearly communicate art direction to a team. 

• Experience in effective collaboration with outsourcing partners. 

• Initiative to push boundaries and an ambition to craft something outstanding 

• Excellent knowledge of 3D software (Maya, Blender, Zbrush, Substance Painter, etc.) 

• Unreal engine experience is a plus 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Invoke commits to offer equal working chances to every individual, without regard based on the following: age, sex, sexual orientation, physical disability, race, religion, citizenship, native country or any other possible particularities. We sincerely believe in a respectful and open-minded work environment, in which everyone can fully contribute to 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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