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Technical Artist - Hard Rock Games


Company : Hard Rock Digital


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2025-07-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

What Are We Building?Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social gaming company in the world. Were building a team that resonates passion for learning, operating and building new products and technologies for millions of consumers. We care about each customer's interaction, experience, behavior, and insight and strive to ensure were always acting authentically. Rooted in the iconic legacy of Hard Rock and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Hard Rock Digital taps a brand known the world over as the leader in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality. Were taking that foundation of success and bringing it to the digital space ready to join us?About the RoleWere on the lookout for a skilled Technical Artist who knows how to bring art and code together in perfect harmony. If youve got an eye for detail, a knack for problem-solving, and a deep understanding of Unity, you might be just who were looking for.In this role, you will focus heavily on breaking down and integrating our 2D and 3D assets into Unity, making sure they not only look great but run smoothly across all mobile devices. Youll be hands-on from the start, working closely with both artists and developers to bring characters, environments, and visual effects to life. Youll spend time building out Animator components and state machines, tuning visual effects, and helping make sure everything behaves the way it should in-game.Were after someone whos organized, methodical, and just as comfortable in Photoshop and 3D software (3Ds Max / Blender 3D) as they are deep in Unitys pipeline. Whether youre optimizing assets for performance or setting up materials, youll play a key role in keeping everything polished and production-ready.This is a collaborative role, so good communication and solid time management are essential. If you love digging into the technical side of game artand you get real satisfaction from making things feel just right, wed love to hear from you. Key ResponsibilitiesIntegrate completed 2D and 3D assets (such as characters, environment art, and visual effects) into the Unity game engine.Set up and organize Animation Controllers, Materials, and Prefabs for developer useBuild VFX animations using custom Shaders and Particle SystemsOptimize assets for performance across mobile platforms, focusing on draw calls, texture memory, and batchingCollaborate with developers to ensure assets work within gameplay systems and adhere to technical constraintsSupport artists by creating tools, scripts, and documentation that streamline asset integrationTroubleshoot pipeline issues and propose solutions to bridge gaps between disciplinesRequirements3+ years experience in a Technical Artist or similar role, ideally in mobile or social gamesStrong proficiency in Unity3d game engine, with deep understanding of rendering pipelines, prefab workflows, materials, and UI setupAble to work with Adobe Suite ( Photoshop / After Effects ) and 3d software such as 3DsMax / Blender 3DAbility to work with artists and developers to translate creative intent into technical executionKeen eye for detail and a passion for visual polish and clean, efficient implementation Preferred ExtrasKnowledge of shader creation with Shader ForgeScripting ability (C# or Python) to develop tools or pipeline automationFamiliarity with audio softwareExperience in casino, hyper-casual, or monetized mobile games is a plus What We OfferCompetitive compensation and performance bonusesFlexible remote work environmentOpportunity to work on high-visibility, fast-moving social casino titlesCollaborative and supportive team that values technical innovation and creative execution Roster of UniquesWe care deeply about every interaction our customers have with us, and trust and empower our staff to own and drive their experience. Our vision for our business and customers is built on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where regardless of background or beliefs you feel able to be authentic and bring all your talent into play. We want to celebrate you being you (we are an equal opportunities employer). Note: Our hiring process typically follows four key steps: Initial screening with the recruiting team.A conversation with the hiring managers.A brief take-home test, designed to give us a sense of your skillsthis should be manageable within a few focused sessions.A final interview with our Managing Director. This process helps ensure a thoughtful, skills-based approach to selecting the right candidate. We look forward to hearing from you!