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Coal Car Studio is an award-winning Vancouver-based team passionate about immersive technology and pioneering new ways to play together. Having worked in the XR industry since 2015, we believe this technology is the future. We design and develop a mix of games, educational and enterprise experiences, and brand activations, but our passion is gaming. The more social, the better.

While based in Vancouver, we support a hybrid work environment with team members distributed around the globe. We are an equal opportunity employer with a diverse, talented team. We pride ourselves on having an open, honest, and supportive culture that puts our team’s wellbeing above all.

We are looking for smart, creative individuals to help craft immersive experiences and make the world a better place.

Current Openings
Senior Artist Full time - Permanent

Job description
Senior Artist - Coal Car Studio

Join Our Team: At Coal Car Studio, we’re pushing the boundaries of virtual reality, bringing our unique visions to life in immersive worlds. Located in scenic Vancouver, we are looking for a versatile and experienced Senior Artist to join our creative force. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about crafting stunning visual experiences, we want you on our team.

Role Overview: As a Senior Artist, you will play a pivotal role in establishing and enhancing our art pipeline. This position is perfect for a generalist looking to impact every aspect of our artistic process, from modeling and texturing to rigging, animating, and creating captivating VFX particle systems. You will also mentor junior artists, helping them refine their skills and foster their professional growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain the art pipeline in collaboration with the Art Director and Technical Team.
  • Create high-quality 3D models, textures, animations, and VFX particle systems.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to junior artists, ensuring high standards of art quality.
  • Collaborate with designers and developers to ensure art assets are fully optimized for performance.
  • Experiment with artistic techniques to push the creative boundaries of our VR projects.
  • Participate in regular reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve product quality.

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as an Art Generalist within the gaming or related industries.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing skills in modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation.
  • Expertise in Unity, Blender, and Substance 3D.
  • Experience designing and implementing VFX particle systems.
  • Strong understanding of the technical aspects of art production for real-time engines.
  • Excellent mentoring skills and experience leading small to medium-sized teams.
  • Creative problem-solving skills and ability to work under tight deadlines.

Preferred:

  • Experience in virtual reality (VR) and/or augmented reality (AR) projects.
  • Familiarity with other 3D and graphic software is a plus.

Location: This role offers flexible work arrangements, with a preference for candidates in the Vancouver area. Remote candidates in similar time zones may also be considered.

Compensation:We offer a competitive salary ($75,000 - $100,000), 3 weeks vacation + winter holiday closure, competitive group benefits.

How to Apply: Send us your resume, cover letter, and a link to your portfolio showcasing your best work to careers@coalcar.ca. We’re excited to see what you bring to our world!