Freelance Unreal Technical Designer

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Sports

FOX Sports is the umbrella entity representing FOX Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, the business has ownership and interests in linear television networks, digital and mobile programming, broadband platforms, multiple web sites, joint-venture businesses and several licensing relationships. FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes. FOX Sports’ digital properties include FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App, which provides live streaming video of FOX Sports content, instant scores, stats and alerts to iOS and Android devices. Additionally, FOX Sports and social broadcasting platform, Caffeine jointly own Caffeine Studios which creates exclusive eSports, sports and live entertainment content. Also included in FOX Sports’ portfolio are FOX’s interests in joint-venture business Big Ten Network as well as a licensing agreement that established the FOX Sports Radio Network.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The FOX Sports Creative Services Department in is currently seeking a Freelance Unreal Technical Designer to join our high-energy, fast-paced award-winning team.  This position is a freelance daily hire and part of IATSE.

The Unreal Technical Designer works collaboratively within our design team to execute AR and VR features within Unreal Engine and prepare them for implementation. Primary responsibilities are around extrapolating and executing existing design and may also include some initial concepting and graphic design.

Links to Online Portfolios should be included on resumes submitted to be considered for this position.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conceptualize and execute new AR/VR features

• Work collaboratively across multiple disciplines, including design, software development, and engineering

• Model, texture, light, and rig assets and environments for AR/VR executions

• Design and implement animation control systems

• Optimize scenes to maintain minimum performance levels

• Assist in the development and implementation of testing procedures

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues

• Participate in ongoing workflow enhancements

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 3+ years experience in broadcast design or game development

• Proficiency working in real-time rendering software, particularly Unreal Engine

• Great organizational skills and motivated to work in a creative environment

• Ability to work within strict timelines in an organized manner

• Exceptional communication skills – written and verbal

• Ability to engage in written and verbal communication within and across departments

• Capability to multitask and work effectively in a time-sensitive, high-pressure environment is essential

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Game Development, Software Engineering, or related fields

• Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling platforms, Substance 3D and RizomUV

• Experience with Reality Engine or other compositing systems

Links to Online Portfolios should be included on resumes submitted to be considered for this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

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