Vehicle Artist

Cloud Imperium Games Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cloud Imperium Games Limited seeks Vehicle Artists to create functional and aesthetically pleasing ships for the Star Citizen universe. Candidates should have experience in hard surface modeling and be proficient in 3DS Max and Photoshop. The role emphasizes collaboration within a team to uphold high standards in game design, reflecting CIG's commitment to innovation in the gaming industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in hard surface modelling required.
• Good knowledge of 3DS Max and Photoshop.
• Strong technical knowledge for ship function.

Responsibilities

• Create fully functional, flyable ship models from concepts.
• Collaborate with designers and technical artists.
• Maintain high standards of modelling and texturing.

Skills

Hard surface modelling

Technical knowledge

Collaboration

Tools

3DS Max

Photoshop

Job description

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Founded in 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts, Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is one of the largest global independent studios, dedicated to delivering next-generation AAA games. CIG prides itself in thinking outside the box, encouraging creativity and developing ground-breaking technology. CIG believes in raising the bar for the gaming industry and the gaming community as a whole.

About the Role

We are looking for Vehicle Artists at all levels with experience working in hard surfaces. Our artists are responsible for working closely with designers to create ships of all shapes, setup in strike teams, and work together to craft these beautiful flying multiplayer levels.

The ideal candidate has a good understanding of industrial design, our ships require a strong degree of technical knowledge both in the software we use and the function areas that need to be developed to make a fully functioning ship for the Star Citizen universe. They work well and communicate with designers and other disciplines in a collaborative team-oriented development process.

What does a Vehicle Artist at CIG do?

• Work from concept models and images to turn them into fully functional, flyable works of art.
• Collaborate with designers, technical artists, and partner studios to understand and implement correct file naming and directory structure requirements within the engine's limitations.
• As part of a team, maintain the high standards of modelling, texturing, PBR material creation, and manufacturer design cues to provide consistent and high-quality models.
• Work with technical artists and animators to deliver 'animation ready' solutions, landing gear, cockpits, cargo doors, ejection seats etc.

What do we expect from our Vehicle Artists?

• Hard surface modelling experience.
• Good working knowledge of 3DS Max and Photoshop.
• Avid gamer with a love of sci-fi.

Diversity Statement

CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it's our differences that make it special.

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