Automotive CGI Lead Artist

Position Title: CGI Lead Artist Duration: 12 month Contract Location: Gaydon Division: Design Position Description: A CGI Lead Artist thrives on crafting extraordinary visuals that captivate our customers. They inspire and guide a talented team of artists, fostering collaboration and creativity to bring imaginative concepts to life. With a focus on innovation and efficient workflows, they ensure projects are delivered beautifully, on schedule, and with excellence. Skills Required: Strong experience in automotive CGI/Visualisation image creation Strong experience in automotive CGI/Visualisation animation Strong experience in automotive CGI/Visualisation Realtime Experience Required: Expert knowledge of Design processes in a Design studio environment and where Visualisation fits into this. Strong level of experience in the creation of Visual Stimulus (e.g. Computer Generated stills/animation, VR, real-time) Strong level of experience using relevant Design software (Autodesk Maya, VRED, Vray, Unreal, Adobe creation suite) Understanding of CG Render pipelines Strong understanding of Digital Material Creation and Translation processes Excellent organisation and communication skills Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred Strong IT / Microsoft Office skills Strong Leadership skills Experience Preferred: Working knowledge in game engine driven pipelines C++ Previous hands-on pipeline creation experience Experience with Django/HTML/Java/CSS SQL DB experience Knowledge of our product portfolio Demonstrated will and ability to improve and optimize production workflows Relevant animation/rigging experience Colour theory concept understanding Education Required: Expert in digital material creation using Substance Suite Additional Information: Please ensure all bids include a portfolio prior to submitting Strong artistic portfolio needed, strong, focused communicator with proven track record of applying logic and analytical thinking, Able to deliver consistent quality in a highly demanding environment Why work through Contech's? Contechs are a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology & Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employee's, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role please visit the below page we offer up to £600 referral fee: https://www.contechs.com/refer Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.