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Human Interface Technology Lab
Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand
- Full-time at 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
- Continuing (i.e. permanent) position
Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā!
Nāia te pōwhiri nā Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha kia tono mai i te tūranga nei.
Āu Mahi | What You Will Do
The role of Game and Digital Artist is to ensure the HIT Lab NZ is operating leading-edge game design and research, and that game-related research and teaching is supported by in-house expert knowledge and state-of-the-art design techniques.
Mōu | Who You Are
You will have a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification as well as significant experience in designing and illustrating games.
You will have demonstrated experience in game art techniques, art software, and game engines, such as GameMaker, Maya, Z-brush, Photoshop, Substance, Unity and Unreal. Additionally, you will have specialised knowledge in online gaming and Games UI, game logo creation, shot composition / framing as well as digital painting experience. Additional knowledge on website design and development is required.
Substantial experience engaging with external stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes and problem solving would be advantageous. Knowledge and competence in design and advanced interface software, as well as VR/AR/gaming technology and software, are beneficial.
As you will have the opportunity to work in a high-level research environment, you must be adaptive, highly motivated, and willing to participate in research projects that change frequently.
Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With
The HIT Lab NZ | Hangarau Tangata, Tangata Hangarau is one of the world’s leading research labs focused on human-centred design of interface technology to support people in all facets of their lives. We put the person first, and then apply an appropriate mix of technology for that person in the context of the tasks they are doing. The HIT Lab NZ is very international in flavour, and interdisciplinary in thought and approach.
We specialise in academic and industry-supported research related to Applied Immersive Gaming, Augmented, and Virtual Reality.. This wide-ranging research is conducted by a diverse group of academic staff, postdoctoral researchers, and postgraduate students, all requiring a variety of art support. The majority of the current artist needs are in the field of Applied Immersive Gaming.
Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
Tangata Tū, Tangata Ora – Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference.
Our values are manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha and these uara (values) guide our decisions and behaviour. Our values provide a roadmap for how we do things, affirming our commitment to the oranga (health, safety and wellbeing) of our students through mana-enhancing pastoral care and support. Ngā Uara (our values) challenge and inspire us to be the best we can be. They make UC a great place to work and study. For more on our Ngā Uara | Our Values visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/about/values/
We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.
We offer a range of fantastic benefits including flexible work practices, study opportunities and generous superannuation and leave provisions. For more information, please visit us: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/joinus/benefits/
For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit www.canterbury.ac.nz
The closing date for this position is: 9th August 2022 (midnight, NZ time)
Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date.
Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.
Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to WorkatUC@canterbury.ac.nz
You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role. If you hold a valid work visa and are physically present in New Zealand then you may also be considered.
