Company Description
People Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA games development studios
with an international team of hundreds of talented individuals working from
offices located in Poland, UK, US, and Canada, and from all over the world
thanks to our remote work programs.
Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as
Painkiller, Bulletstorm, Gears of War: Judgment, and Outriders. We are one of
the most experienced Unreal Engine studios in the industry and we are
expanding it with in-house solutions called PCF Framework.
Our creative teams are currently working on several exciting titles: Gemini is
our new project being developed with Square Enix; Bifrost, Victoria and Dagger
are projects we're growing in the self-publishing model. We also have one
project in the concept phase – Red; as well as two projects in VR technology –
Green Hell VR and Thunder - a new project based on one of the IPs from the
Group's portfolio.
With over 20 years of experience, PCF sets out to explore new horizons. We aim
to combine our expertise with creativity of the best and most forward-thinking
talents in the industry to work together on the new generation of action games
for the global gaming community.
If you decide to accompany us on this journey, you'll have a chance to perfect
your craft and expand your knowledge, working alongside leaders in the
industry on bringing a brand-new unique experience to the players worldwide.
Project Dagger is a yet unannounced AAA action- adventure game developed
by our North American team supported by PCF's European studios.
Job Description
Creating high-quality characters, creatures, and weapons suitable
technically and artistically
Tuning (or creating) surface shaders for in-game characters
Working with Animators to ensure the character can be rigged and animated
properly
Maintain the production and software pipeline and meeting deadlines
Bug Fixing and describing R&D case studies in the knowledge base
Mentoring less experienced peers
Occasionally supporting the hiring team in the recruitment process
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in developing character models and textures as a
Senior Character Artist
Shipped game title experience (credits in at least 1 AAA titles as a
Character Artist)
Ability to create believable characters that are full of life and
personality
Ability to create high poly and low poly models as well as textures
Ability to adapt to, and innovate new styles and techniques
Strong organic modeling skills (human faces, clothing, believable
creatures.)
Strong hard-surface modeling skills (armor, weapons)
Experience with PBR based shaders
Excellent knowledge of major 3D software packages (Maya, Max, or Modo,
and ZBrush, marvelous Designer,
Substance Painter.)
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
High work ethic and self-motivation
Passion for Games
Nice to have
Experience working with Unreal Engine
Additional Information
Canada
Benefit package 100% paid by PCF. Insurance company reimburses 100% of
claims (Up to $500 per service a year, as well as individual family
coverage).
Full Dental coverage, including major dental and orthodontics.
4% RRSP matching before tax deductions, 100% vested on day 1.
Paid week off during Winter Holidays.
20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.
Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for
members and their dependents.
A competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses (up to 20%).
Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global
environment.
Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.
US
100% group health insurance benefit premiums paid by PCF (Medical,
Dental, Vision, Group Life, and Supplemental Live) and start on day 1 of
employment.
401K with 100% match, up to 3% of employee salary, and vested immediately.
Paid week off during Winter Holidays.
20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.
Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for
members and their dependents.
A competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.
Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global
environment.
Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.
Long term disability, short term disability, travel insurance, as well as
other benefits provided.