Principal Environment Artist

Anchor Point Studios; Cataluña; Híbrido; EUR 40.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global game studio is seeking a Principal Environment Artist for its Barcelona location. In this role, you will be responsible for establishing benchmark environments and authoring pipelines, while collaborating with different departments to ensure an integrated artistic vision. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a AAA environment, proficiency in tools like Maya and ZBrush, and a passion for crafting immersive experiences. Join a dedicated team aiming to push the boundaries of entertainment.

Servicios

Flexible work options

Inclusive environment

Competitive benefits package

Formación

• Demonstrable experience working on a AAA title.
• Expert knowledge of industry-standard software such as Maya, ZBrush, Substance Designer or Painter.
• Experience creating visually compelling assets and environments.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate to implement the artistic vision and style of the game.
• Deliver work to a consistent artistic and technical quality.
• Ensure authored content adheres to defined structures and standards.

Conocimientos

Stylized art creation

Visual development

Level dressing

Mentoring junior team members

Herramientas

Maya

ZBrush

Substance Designer

Substance Painter

Descripción del empleo

Anchor Point Studios, a global game studio under NetEase Games, was founded by veteran game designer Paul Ehreth in October 2022. Fueled by a world‑class team of developers, Anchor Point Studios is passionate about creating immersive and engaging console and PC action games. We seek to push the boundaries of entertainment in extraordinary ways, developing experiences that are both memorable and timeless.

With locations in Barcelona and Seattle, Anchor Point Studios is actively hiring developers, artists, designers, and more for office, hybrid, and remote roles.

Barcelona based studio, European remote options available

AAA

We are Anchor Point Studios and we are looking for Principal Environment Artist to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the Art department, you will be responsible for helping establish benchmark environments, authoring pipelines and best practices whilst working closely with the Lead Artist and Designers. Additionally:

• Collaborate with your Lead and other departments to understand and implement the artistic vision and style of the game.
• Strong proficiency in stylized art creation and visual development.
• Help establish Art benchmarks where needed.
• Independently deliver work to a consistent artistic and technical quality.
• Experience with Nanite pipelines is a strong plus.
• Establish key assets for production such as modular kits, trim sheets, etc.
• Ensure authored content is adhering to any defined structures and standards.
• Effectively communicate with other Art disciplines, Design, and Engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of assets into the project.
• Provide mentoring to support more junior members of the team.
• Experienced in level dressing and close collaboration with level design teams.

About You

• Demonstrable experience working on a AAA title.
• Expert knowledge of industry-standard software such as Maya, ZBrush, Substance Designer or Painter.
• Experience creating visually compelling assets and environments.
• Can work autonomously on tasks and be proactive in communicating with other disciplines.
• Experience working through the level creation pipeline.

Why Anchor Point Studios?

We’re drawn to who you are, not just what you do. We’re humble, passionate, and dedicated to creating something extraordinary—pushing the boundaries of entertainment to develop memorable and timeless experiences. You can expect a benefits package that rewards and recognizes your dedication. As a NetEase Games studio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are adventurous, open to challenge, humble, and committed to lasting quality for our games.

We are seeking adventurous teammates who are ready to challenge themselves, eager to learn, and passionate about crafting exceptional experiences. Our studio's motto, Per Aspera, Ad Astra (through hardships, to the stars), acknowledges that our journey may be difficult, but together, we will overcome challenges and build something amazing. We aim to create action‑adventure experiences that take risks and explore uncharted territory. The best things in life are hard‑earned, and we confidently embrace this truth as we blaze a new trail in the gaming landscape.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As set forth in Anchor Point’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.