3D Unreal Designer, CBS News (Remote)

We are looking for a multifaceted Unreal Artist to help build impactful, visually appealing, and realistic 3D AR/mixed reality designs! The ideal candidate is very confident using Unreal Engine and familiar with creating and modeling assets in Cinema 4D as well as understanding the ins and outs of crafting optimized graphics, assets, and blueprints for execution in real-time broadcast productions.
Responsibilities:

• Creation of environments and assets using Cinema 4D and other 3d tools for use in the Unreal Engine
• Model, texture, light, and rig assets and environments for AR/VR/XR executions
• Work with creative and production teams to deploy, iterate, and test designs
• Conceptualize and execute new AR/VR features
• 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
• Work with production and creative teams to enhance news content and increase visual storytelling through the unique capabilities of Virtual Production
• Some travel required

Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience in broadcast design or game development
• A compelling portfolio that exhibits a range of design work
• Proficiency working in real-time rendering software, particularly Unreal Engine
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and texturing tools - Cinema 4D proficiency is a plus
• Phenomenal organizational skills and motivation to work in a creative environment
• Ability to work within strict timelines in an organized manner
• Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling platforms, Substance 3D, ZBrush, and any other design platforms

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation's #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O'DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations' top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News' streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today's digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $120,000.00 - 165,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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