Associate Environment Artist – Open-World Growth & RSUs

Lightspeed Studios; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 72,151 - 115,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on payment

Relocation package

Restricted stock units

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits

401(k) plan

15 to 25 days of vacation per year

13 paid holidays per year

10 days of paid sick leave

Job summary

Lightspeed Studios in Irvine, California, is seeking an Associate Environment Artist to join their talented team. The role involves creating visually stunning 3D environments for video games, contributing creativity while working closely with the art team to enhance player immersion.

Candidates must be pursuing a degree in a related field and should provide a portfolio showcasing their work. Knowledge of tools like Maya and ZBrush is essential, and a passion for video games is a must. Employees enjoy various benefits, including medical, dental, and vacation days.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a diploma or degree in Art, Game Design, Animation, or a related field.
• A portfolio showcasing environment art projects, demonstrating attention to detail and creativity.
• Familiar with Maya (or equivalent), ZBrush, and Substance Painter.
• Basic understanding of game engines and their asset pipelines (e.g., Unity or Unreal).
• Passion for video games and a desire to contribute to the creation of compelling virtual worlds.
• A strong desire to push for self-growth in the professional environment art discipline.

Responsibilities

• Help environment artists with the creation and refinement of 3D models and textures.
• Assist in environment creation with a keen eye for landscapes and visual fidelity.
• Work on sculpting, low-poly mesh creation, UV unwrapping, and material setup.
• Learn and apply industry-standard tools and software in the game engine.
• Follow established art styles and iterate based on feedback from the team.
• Embrace opportunities to learn from all team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Creativity

Collaboration

Proactive feedback seeking

Education

Diploma or degree in Art, Game Design, Animation, or related field

Tools

Maya

ZBrush

Substance Painter

Unity or Unreal

Job description

Lightspeed Studios in Irvine, California, is seeking an Associate Environment Artist to join their talented team. The role involves creating visually stunning 3D environments for video games, contributing creativity while working closely with the art team to enhance player immersion.

Candidates must be pursuing a degree in a related field and should provide a portfolio showcasing their work. Knowledge of tools like Maya and ZBrush is essential, and a passion for video games is a must. Employees enjoy various benefits, including medical, dental, and vacation days.