Lighting Artist

Climax Studios; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Liverpool is seeking a talented Lighting Artist. In this permanent full-time role, you will develop innovative lighting experiences for game environments and cinematics. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience using Unreal Engine and a minimum of 2 years on AAA projects. A rewarding benefits package is offered, including medical insurance and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent holiday package

Regular social events

Friendly and relaxed working environment

Ongoing training and development

Private Medical Insurance

Private Dental Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

Eye-Care Vouchers

Qualifications

• Extensive experience using Unreal Engine 4 / 5.
• Minimum of 2 years of lighting experience on a AAA project.
• Strong folio including examples of realistic modeling and environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain balanced and atmospheric lighting for in-game environments and cinematics.
• Enhance game environments and locations through effective lighting.
• Create lighting-related visual and post effects.

Skills

Experience of using Lumen in Unreal 5

Experience of using Maya

Extensive experience using Unreal 4 / 5

Experience using 2D packages like Photoshop/Substance

Understanding of Shaders and materials

Minimum of 2 years of lighting experience on a AAA project

Knowledge in baked and real-time lighting methods

Strong Environment or Tech art background

Creative and self-motivated

Strong verbal, written and visual communication skills

Artistic education to at least graduate level

Strong folio including examples of realistic modeling and environment

Education

Graduate level artistic education

Tools

Unreal Engine 4 / 5

Maya

Photoshop

Substance

Job description

Overview

Climax Studios was established over 30 years ago, we have an extensive history in developing all kinds of digital experiences across all formats, and we have won multiple awards along the way. You’ll be based out of our state-of-the-art studio located in the heart of the beautiful Albert Dock in Liverpool overlooking the Harbour.

We are looking for an experienced and talented, UK based Lighting Artist with the ability to conceive, create and contribute to the team creating innovative experiences via artistic visuals.

Requirements

• Experience of using Lumen in Unreal 5.
• Experience of using Maya.
• Extensive experience using Unreal 4 / 5.
• Extensive experience e of 2D packages such as Photoshop/Substance.
• A solid understanding of Shaders and materials.
• A minimum of 2 years of lighting experience on a AAA project.
• Knowledge in a variety of baked and real time lighting methods.
• Strong Environment or Tech art background.
• Creative and self motivated.
• Strong verbal, written and visual communication skills.
• An artistic education to at least graduate level.
• Strong folio including examples of realistic modelling and environment.

Responsibilities

• To work with our design and technical art teams to create balanced and atmospheric lighting for in game environments and cinematics.
• Understand the composition and the ability to enhance game environments and locations through lighting.
• Create lighting related visual and post effects.
• Maintain and ensure runtime performance and optimization
• To enhance the project's mood and tell stories through lighting.

Benefits

• Excellent holiday package
• Regular social events
• A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
• Ongoing training and development, with career progression
• Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Eye-Care Vouchers

Perks

• In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise.
• Regular Socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties and some great charity fundraising events.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Climax Studios

Location: Europe, United Kingdom, Liverpool

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Service Type: Art

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, Onsite

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