Environment Artist - Spacescape Specialist

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a passionate Environment Spacescape Artist to craft stunning space environments for an acclaimed space simulation. In this role, you'll utilize advanced procedural tools to create everything from asteroid fields to massive orbital structures, collaborating with a talented art team to enhance player immersion. This position offers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that redefine the gaming experience, all while being part of a community-driven company dedicated to excellence. Join us in creating the 'Best Damn Space Sim Ever' and bring your artistic vision to life in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of scale, composition, lighting, and mood in environments.
• Experience with game production pipelines and environmental storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Design and build immersive space environments using procedural tools.
• Collaborate with Art Direction to define visual benchmarks.

Skills

Spacescaping

Environmental storytelling

Procedural tools (Houdini)

Game production pipelines

Shaders and VFX

Tools

Houdini

Job description

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Cloud Imperium Games Limited

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

In Squadron 42, space isn't just a backdrop; it's a key part of the storytelling. This role is ideal for artists passionate about crafting and shaping the visual identity of space itself.

We're seeking someone with a passion for Spacescaping, our term for atmospheric and large-scale space environment worldbuilding. Using our powerful in-house engine and procedural tools like Houdini, you'll bring to life everything from chaotic asteroid fields to massive derelict orbital platforms in the universe of Squadron 42.

You will collaborate with a seasoned art team to build environments that support cinematic moments and player immersion—whether it's a crumbling orbital terraforming facility, a Jupiter-scale electromagnetic space storm, or a battle-scarred ship graveyard.

We are a crowdfunded company with a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers helping us create the "Best Damn Space Sim Ever".

For more about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out - https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA

What does an Environment Spacescape Artist at CIG do?

• Design and build visually stunning, immersive space environments (spacescapes), both hand-crafted and procedurally driven.
• Develop and maintain asset libraries for elements like Asteroid Fields, Nebulae, Derelict Stations, and Orbital Structures.
• Use procedural tools (e.g., Houdini) to create complex environmental content.
• Collaborate with Art Direction to define visual benchmarks and styles for different space regions and key story locations.
• Contribute to the final push and release with polish passes and content integration.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members.

What do we expect from our Environment Spacescape Artists?

• Deep understanding of scale, composition, lighting, and mood in environmental storytelling, especially in vast, open environments.
• Experience shipping a game or contributing to cinematic/AAA production pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of Houdini for procedural layout, scattering, volumetrics, or asset generation.
• Experience with shaders, VFX, and volumetrics is a plus.
• Clear, collaborative communication style, open to feedback.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Diversity Statement

CIG is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace, celebrating all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. We aim to create a space where authenticity, recognition, and understanding are fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that reflects all walks of life, bringing their unique qualities to work. Our differences make us stronger.

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