Digital Nation Entertainment (DNE) is looking for an experienced and talented Unreal Engine Generalist to join our team in Santa Monica, CA. You will be working on a VR narrative featurette, featuring live action performance using volumetric video combined with standard mocap CG characters. This is a senior level position that requires a high level of artistic and technical skills, as well as a passion for immersive storytelling.
Responsibilities
- Create and assemble high-quality assets for characters, environments, props, and effects using Unreal Engine, adhering to project requirements, artistic direction, and technical specifications
- Develop content guidelines and workflows to ensure best practices and optimal performance
- Collaborate with other artists, programmers, designers, and directors to deliver a compelling and immersive VR experience
- Troubleshoot and solve technical issues related to Unreal Engine and 4D volumetric capture
- Strike a story-first balance between performance, visuals, and efficiencies.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional experience as an Unreal Engine generalist, preferably with VR and film production experience
- Proficient in Unreal Engine 5, including Blueprints (must), Materials, Lighting, Shading, Animation, sequencer, spatial audio and Optimization
- Proficient in 3D modeling, sculpting, texturing, and baking using industry-standard tools such as Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter, etc.
- Experience with volumetric video, photogrammetry, or other realistic character creation techniques is a plus
- Experience with real-time rendered VR projects.
- Experience with scripting, programming, or technical art is a plus
- Strong artistic eye, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management skills
- Portfolio or reel demonstrating relevant Unreal Engine work
This is a contract position for the duration of the project, which is estimated to be 6 months, and an option for long term employment.
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume, portfolio, and cover letter to charleston@digitalnationent.com with Subject: Unreal Engine Generalist