Junior Environment Artist — Build Immersive Worlds (6-Month)

creā-ture Studios Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A hybrid gaming studio in Montreal is seeking an enthusiastic Junior/Mid Level Artist for a contractor role of approximately 6 months. The ideal candidate will assist in crafting vibrant game environments, collaborating closely with senior artists. Responsibilities include modeling, texturing, and set dressing assets while learning adjacent skills. Strong proficiency in 3D software like Maya and Unreal Engine is essential. This role offers a great opportunity to quickly gain autonomy and contribute to the project's visual identity.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in modeling, texturing, and sculpting software.
• Solid artistic skills in composition, color theory, and environmental storytelling.
• Enthusiast for learning adjacent skills like lighting or technical art.

Responsibilities

• Assist in modeling and texturing environmental assets and props.
• Create simple blockouts for areas of levels.
• Set dress levels by placing props and assets.
• Collaborate closely with senior artists and World Designers.
• Implement feedback to refine visual quality.
• Learn new skills beyond environment art.

Skills

Modeling software proficiency (Maya/Blender)

Texturing software proficiency (Substance Designer & Painter)

ZBrush familiarity

Unreal Engine workflows

Composition skills

Color theory skills

Environmental storytelling

Adaptability to project needs

Self-driven learning

Tools

Maya

Blender

Substance Designer

Substance Painter

ZBrush

Unreal Engine

SpeedTree

Job description

A hybrid gaming studio in Montreal is seeking an enthusiastic Junior/Mid Level Artist for a contractor role of approximately 6 months. The ideal candidate will assist in crafting vibrant game environments, collaborating closely with senior artists. Responsibilities include modeling, texturing, and set dressing assets while learning adjacent skills. Strong proficiency in 3D software like Maya and Unreal Engine is essential. This role offers a great opportunity to quickly gain autonomy and contribute to the project's visual identity.