Senior 3D Modeler (Environment Art)

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Performance-based bonuses

High-end hardware and software

Professional development and training

Generous time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior 3D Environment Modeler to craft immersive game environments, from blockout to polish, ensuring realism and performance. You will create high-quality assets, optimize topology, and build modular kits for efficient level construction.

Ideal candidates combine strong technical skills with artistic vision, capable of interpreting concept art, collaborating with art directors, and mentoring juniors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years professional experience as a 3D Environment Modeler in games.
• Proficiency in Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender.
• Expertise in high-poly sculpting and low-poly modeling for optimization.
• Strong skills in textures and materials ( Substance Painter/Photoshop ).
• Solid understanding of PBR workflows and game engine pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets including props, structures, foliage, and terrain features.
• Develop assets from concept art and references, ensuring accuracy and artistic integrity.
• Produce optimized models with clean topology, UV layouts, and appropriate polygon counts.
• Texture and material creation for environmental assets consistent with art style.
• Collaborate with environment artists, level designers and art directors.

Skills

6+ years experience

Maya/3ds Max/Blender

High-poly/Low-poly modeling

PBR textures

Substance Painter/Photoshop

Unreal/Unity

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Blender

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished studio renowned for its meticulously crafted game worlds and immersive environments, is seeking an exceptionally skilled Senior 3D Modeler specializing in Environment Art to join their team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is central to building the virtual landscapes players will explore, requiring an artist with a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of architectural and natural forms, and the technical ability to create high-fidelity assets optimized for real-time rendering. You will be responsible for constructing detailed and believable environments, from initial blockout to final polish, ensuring artistic consistency and technical performance. The ideal candidate is a master of 3D modeling software, adept at creating both organic and hard-surface assets that contribute to a cohesive and visually stunning world. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to exciting projects and leave your visual signature on memorable game experiences. We are seeking a dedicated artist who can bring imaginative worlds to life with precision and creativity. Collaboration and artistic vision are key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets, including props, structures, foliage, and terrain features.
• Develop assets from concept art and reference materials, ensuring accuracy and artistic integrity.
• Produce optimized models with clean topology, efficient UV layouts, and appropriate polygon counts.
• Texture and material creation for environmental assets, ensuring consistency with the project's art style.
• Collaborate closely with environment artists, level designers, and art directors to achieve the desired visual quality and gameplay experience.
• Assist in the creation of modular asset kits for efficient level construction.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to asset integration and rendering.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in environment art and 3D modeling.
• Contribute to the overall artistic direction and quality of environmental assets.
• Mentor junior modelers and provide constructive feedback.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a 3D Environment Modeler in the game industry, with a compelling portfolio showcasing exceptional environmental asset creation.
• Advanced proficiency in industry-standard 3D modeling software such as Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender.
• Expertise in high-poly sculpting and low-poly modeling techniques for game optimization.
• Proficiency in creating detailed textures and materials using software like Substance Painter, Photoshop, or similar.
• Strong understanding of PBR (Physically Based Rendering) workflows.
• Familiarity with game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) and asset integration processes.
• Excellent understanding of form, proportion, and architectural/natural detail.
• Ability to interpret concept art and technical specifications to create detailed assets.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and a passion for creating believable and immersive game worlds.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, performance-based bonuses, and a creative and collaborative work environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art hardware and software.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.
• Regular team-building activities and social events.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing studio.