Hi all,
I’m having great difficulty finding a Technical Art job that isn’t mid or senior level. Even some of the jobs I fulfilled all of the requirements for I was passed over for lack of experience (aka they were really looking for a mid-level candidate). I’ve been also applying to character riggers/TD positions, similar scenario. My current goal is to try and get my skills to that of a mid-level candidate, but this is taking time and I need something soon.
Is it practical to seek an entry level tech art position? I know that many enter a tech artist position from other professions. Should I stop building tech art skills and go for an Animator position or something similar? Are there positions in other industries that would be comparable to the skills of a tech artist - like an entry level java programmer or something similar?
I’m open to the fact that maybe I’m not even qualified for an entry level position yet (even though I’m very confident I am). If I can’t be a Technical Artist right out of college, that’s fine. I just need to make sure that the job I choose instead will enable me to become a Technical Artist later, because that’s what I am.
Please Help,
Eric