Environment Artist

: Environment Artist

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Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Environment Design: Create environments, including landscapes, architecture, props, and natural elements, based on the creative direction provided by the Art Director and/or the VFX/CG Supervisor.
• 3D Modeling: Build high and low poly models for environments, props, and structures using industry-standard 3D modeling software (Maya, ZBrush, Speedtree, Blender, etc.).
• Texturing: Apply textures to 3D models using tools like Photoshop, Substance Painter, Mari, etc.
• Lighting & Composition: Implement lighting setups for environments, ensuring appropriate mood and atmosphere while maintaining performance optimization.
• World-Building: Assist in creating detailed and immersive worlds, considering aspects like scale, perspective, layout, and narrative context.
• Asset Integration: Integrate and implement assets into the game engine, ensuring correct scale, placement, and functionality.
• Maintain Art Quality: Ensure that art assets are polished and meet the required visual quality, technical specifications, and performance targets.
  

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong Artistic Skills: Proficiency in traditional art fundamentals (e.g., composition, lighting, color theory) and a strong understanding of visual storytelling.
• 3D Software Proficiency: Experience with industry-standard 3D modeling and texturing software (e.g., Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Photoshop).
• Attention to Detail: Strong eye for detail, able to create environments that are both beautiful and functional.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical and creative challenges, balancing visual fidelity with performance constraints.
• Collaboration: Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with CG lead, VFX/CG Supervisors, and other artists.
• Portfolio: A strong portfolio that demonstrates previous work in 3D environments and assets, specifically related to Speedtree work.