Technical Artist (World of Warships)

As a Technical Artist at Wargaming, your main responsibilities include collaborating with art and programming teams to improve graphics production, developing tools and scripts in Blender, providing technical support to artists, integrating art assets into our game engine, and staying current with new technologies to enhance our graphics pipeline.

To excel as a Technical Artist at Wargaming, you need proficiency in Blender, strong scripting skills in Python, a solid understanding of 3D graphics principles, and experience with version control systems like Git. Additional skills, such as familiarity with other 3D tools and game engines, are a plus.

While a specific educational background is not mandated for the Technical Artist position at Wargaming, a degree in computer graphics, game design, or a related field can be advantageous. Having a demonstrable portfolio showcasing relevant experience in a similar role is essential.

At Wargaming, the work model for a Technical Artist is onsite during the probation period, transitioning to a hybrid model afterward. This means you would work three days from the office and can work remotely for the remainder of the week, providing you the flexibility to combine in-person collaboration with home-based productivity.

Wargaming offers a variety of benefits for Technical Artists in Belgrade, including 20 to 25 days of annual leave, additional paid time off, premium private health insurance, learning opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture aimed at enhancing your mental well-being and career development.

When answering this question, emphasize specific projects where you utilized Blender, detailing the tools and techniques you used. Highlight your involvement in art asset creation, optimization, and any scripts you’ve developed to facilitate workflows.

Discuss your communication strategies and how you facilitate discussions between artists and programmers. Share examples of past experiences where your collaborative approach helped resolve issues or streamlined a project.

Be sure to mention Python as your primary language, and discuss any experience you have with other relevant languages. Explain specific projects or scripts you've developed, showcasing your problem-solving skills.

Talk about the processes you employ to test and integrate assets, including quality checks, performance profiling, and working closely with team members for feedback. Mention any tools or techniques you've used to optimize assets.

Provide a concise narrative about a challenge you overcame, focusing on your analytical and problem-solving skills. Detail the steps you took to resolve the issue and the outcomes of your efforts.

Discuss your familiarity with systems like Git, explaining how you utilize them in your work to ensure seamless collaboration with others, maintain asset versions, and integrate workflows across different teams.

Share methods you use to keep your skills current, such as online courses, workshops, industry conferences, or engaging with online communities. This shows your dedication to professional development.

Identify key attributes such as strong problem-solving skills, ability to communicate effectively with both technical and artistic teams, and a passion for continuous learning, supporting your claims with examples.

Describe a scenario in which you assisted artists with a specific issue they were experiencing. Emphasize your approach to troubleshooting and resolving their challenges, showcasing your teamwork and communication skills.

Express your enthusiasm for Wargaming’s commitment to creating engaging gaming experiences. Emphasize how your skills align with the company’s mission, and mention any specific aspects of the company culture or projects that appeal to you.