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          "text": "<p>In this volunteer position you will be asked to create a variety of high-quality, textured 3D assets for the The Lays of Althas: Sundered Order (LoA:SO), being developed in Unreal Engine. We are looking for 3D Artists skilled in creating Hard Surface assets and textures, such as Architecture, Clothing, Armor, Weapons, Shields, Tools, etc.</p><p>Communication is key to a smooth and efficient pipeline. You must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with other team-members and not be afraid to ask should any problems arise. We are an English-speaking team, so English fluency is a must.</p><p>If you are comfortable with teaching, you may be called upon to aid the more junior members of the team in any relevant area.</p><p>Other duties include&#xa0;following team policies (given through team orientation as upon acceptance to the team) as well as attending meetings through Slack (our instant message program that we use to communicate)</p><p><strong>This is a <u>volunteer</u> position, so no monetary compensation is being offered. We also <u>cannot</u> offer any work visas.</strong></p><p>At this time, we are having to rely upon free (or previously licensed) software. Please refer to the applications listed below for guidelines. We do not endorse piracy in any shape or form.</p>",
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