Technical Artist: Animation & Pipeline Specialist

LNW Gaming, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Light & Wonder in Reno seeks a skilled technical artist to bridge art and engineering in our game development studio. You will support art pipelines, implement assets, and help realize player-facing visuals under guidance of technical artists and engineers.

The role requires Unity familiarity, C#, C++, and experience with 3D tools like 3ds Max, Maya, and Photoshop. You will collaborate across disciplines to optimize performance and ensure high-quality animations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in art, animation, CS or equivalent experience.
• Fluency with Unity and game engine concepts preferred.
• Strong understanding of art pipelines and animation assets.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and implement technical components of visual elements and animations following pipeline standards.
• Assist with setting up animation in engine, including rigs, skinning, and transitions.
• Use 3D packages to modify assets for technical viability and performance.
• Evaluate rendering and animation playback; optimize models, rigs, and animations for memory and speed.
• Build and test prototypes of game functionality and dynamics.
• Identify and fix asset, animation, and code errors; escalate complex issues.
• Assist team with routine technical issues and document best practices.
• Seek feedback to grow technical and pipeline skills.

Skills

Unity

C/C++

C#

JavaScript

MAXScript

Shaders

UI/UX

3D asset integration

Animation pipelines

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Arts in art/animation/computer science

Tools

3DS Max

Maya

Photoshop

After Effects

Perforce

Job description

Light & Wonder in Reno seeks a skilled technical artist to bridge art and engineering in our game development studio. You will support art pipelines, implement assets, and help realize player-facing visuals under guidance of technical artists and engineers.

The role requires Unity familiarity, C#, C++, and experience with 3D tools like 3ds Max, Maya, and Photoshop. You will collaborate across disciplines to optimize performance and ensure high-quality animations.