Environment Artist

📋 Description

• Work closely with the Art Team and Game Designers to develop stylized 3D environments

• Create expansive painterly natural environments, foliage, structures, vehicles, props, textures, and materials

• Help establish high standards for quality environments

• Collaborate with the team to understand game-making processes and suggest innovative ideas for enhancing environments

• Engage in playtesting and interact with team members to improve the game

• Coordinate with various disciplines to fulfill gameplay requirements while achieving artistic objectives

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the gaming industry

• Previous experience with shipping games in Unreal Engine 4/5

• Proficiency in creating expansive open worlds

• In-depth knowledge of Maya, Blender, or 3ds Max

• Proficiency in Photoshop, Zbrush, Substance, Marmoset, and other 2D/3D tools

• Experience in hand painting textures

• Strong understanding of PBR principles and the ability to innovate within them

• Solid grasp of forms, shape language, design principles, lighting, and composition

• Thorough understanding of Retopology, UVs, and baking techniques

• Enthusiasm for stepping out of your comfort zone to improve and learn new techniques

• Knowledge of Traditional Art, Unreal Engine Blueprints, Shaders, and Level Design

• Excellent observation skills and a deep understanding of nature and the environment

• Ability to collaborate, adapt, and communicate effectively with a global team

• Openness to receiving feedback and fostering personal growth

🏝️ Benefits

• Profit sharing and equity opportunities for all employees worldwide

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans

• Employer-sponsored basic life insurance & AD&D

• 401k retirement program

• Flexible work hours

• Unlimited PTO and sick leave

• Paid parental leave

• Specific benefits may vary based on employee status and location