Open-World Environment Artist

Electronic Arts; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game company is seeking a talented 3D Environment Artist to help create immersive open-world experiences. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in game design, with a strong background in 3D software like Maya and Blender. Responsibilities include building world areas, creating high-quality compositions, and optimizing assets. The position engages in a hybrid workplace culture with supportive team dynamics and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Mental well-being support

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Complimentary games

Qualifications

• 2–4 years creating 3D environments for shipped games.
• Experience with 3D packages such as Maya, Max, Blender, or Modo.
• Experience with world-building or level-editing tools.
• Experience developing large-scale or open-world spaces is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build open-world areas that support visual direction and gameplay needs.
• Create presets to support world building composition, architecture, and scene detail.
• Use procedural tools and engine systems to populate world spaces.
• Optimize content to meet performance budgets.

Skills

Knowledge of composition

Lighting

Color

Environment readability

Optimizing assets for performance

Collaborating with design teams

Tools

Maya

3D Studio Max

Blender

Modo

Substance

Job description

A leading video game company is seeking a talented 3D Environment Artist to help create immersive open-world experiences. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in game design, with a strong background in 3D software like Maya and Blender. Responsibilities include building world areas, creating high-quality compositions, and optimizing assets. The position engages in a hybrid workplace culture with supportive team dynamics and opportunities for growth.