Hardware Environment Artist TFT

Electronic Arts; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced artist to oversee the 3D asset creation process. You'll collaborate with various teams to align project visions and ensure high-quality output. The ideal candidate possesses over 5 years of AAA game production experience, with a strong focus on hard-surface modeling and texturing. The role includes responsibilities like feedback delivery and asset benchmarking, complemented by an environment that fosters creativity and innovation.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Mental well-being support

Paid time off

Family leave

Complimentary games

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AAA game production as a hardware lead or experienced artist.
• Excellent understanding of hard-surface modeling and texturing.
• Proficiency with production software such as Maya, 3ds Max, Fusion, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Art Director in maintaining high visual quality of hardware assets.
• Deliver feedback to internal and external teams to maintain art style understanding.
• Produce realistic-style weapons and vehicle assets.

Skills

AAA game production experience

Hard-surface modeling

Texturing expertise

Proficiency in Maya

Proficiency in 3ds Max

Understanding of FPS game types

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Fusion

Job description

Electronic Arts creates next‑level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story, part of a community that connects across the globe, and a place where creativity thrives.

About Create

EA Create is a collection of content production teams that work with EA Studios game teams to bring outstanding visuals, audio, and technology to life. The team includes artists, engineers, technicians, designers, and development directors who collaborate across the globe to produce extraordinary content.

Role

This artist role is the point of contact between the teams. You will align the vision and goals with directors, provide direct creative input, and plan collaborations. You will oversee the art team's work and quality specific to 3D asset creation, focusing on quality consistency, performance, technical innovation, and team growth. You will report to the domain lead and senior artists.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Art Director in driving and maintaining the high visual quality of hardware assets, inspiring and aligning with the project vision.
• Partner with the AD and other departments to improve the work pipeline, research new art styles, and adapt new techniques, tools, and workflows.
• Detect potential risks in production and work with partners to develop mitigation plans.
• Deliver feedback to internal and external teams to maintain art style understanding and quality for the project.
• Benchmark product assets according to the art guidance provided.
• Produce realistic‑style weapons and vehicle assets with an understanding of modern military equipment.
• Maintain strong aesthetics and self‑requirements; demonstrate learning ability and initiative.
• Communicate effectively and understand team needs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AAA game production as a hardware (environment) lead or experienced artist.
• Excellent understanding of hard‑surface modeling and texturing.
• Proficiency with production software such as Maya, 3ds Max, Fusion, etc.
• In‑depth knowledge of weapons, vehicles, and industrial design principles.
• Understanding of FPS game types.
• Expertise in PBR workflows and curiosity about new industry workflows.
• Ability to collaborate and polish art quality with other teams; complete optimization, implementation, and debugging passes with the TA team.
• Ability to provide precise and concise feedback in verbal, written, paint‑over, and presentation forms.

Benefits

Electronic Arts adopts a holistic approach to benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness. Packages are tailored to local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well‑being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leave, complimentary games, and more.

Electronic Arts is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EA will also consider qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.