Environment Artist

Impleo; United States; Hybrid; USD 57,216 - 85,825; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.5 weeks paid vacation

Unlimited sick days

Healthcare & benefits plan

100% parental leave top-up for 16 weeks

Job summary

Impleo is looking for an Environment Artist who will work in a mid-size independent studio. You will be responsible for creating photorealistic assets and environments while collaborating closely with the production team. This position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in game development.

You will also help define workflows and participate in brainstorming sessions to bring innovative ideas to life. A flexible work schedule and location are offered, with compensation between $80,000 and $120,000 CAD annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional game development experience as an Environment Artist.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing high-quality photorealistic environments.
• Deep knowledge of game environment development processes.

Responsibilities

• Create playable environments from conception to completion.
• Produce photorealistic assets and environments.
• Collaborate with level design and art teams.

Skills

Environment Art Creation

Game Development

3D Modeling

Unreal Engine 5

Maya

Blender

Communication Skills

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Maya

3Ds Max

Blender

Z Brush

Adobe Substance Suite

Job description

Position Overview

As an Environment Artist at a mid-size independent studio, you’ll have a wide range of responsibilities from creating art, communicating with production, facilitating feedback, and working with other team members to execute the vision for the games we make.

Notice

While this role can be carried out remotely, candidates are required to be current Ontario residents or willing to relocate to Ontario.

Responsibilities

• See playable environments through from conception to completion.
• Produce photorealistic asset and environments.
• Work closely with the level design team and other artists to bring the concepts to life.
• Plan, estimate and prioritize time frames for the completion of tasks while tracking progress.
• Help identify and fix bugs, including performance and budget issues.
• Implement and incorporate feedback from Director and Leads into work.
• Work with the team to achieve the desired level of quality and technical accuracy.
• Help define best practices for our production workflows.
• Participate in brainstorming and concept development sessions, contributing fresh ideas and innovative approaches.

Requirements

• An exceptional portfolio of work that exemplifies the creation of high-quality photorealistic environments.
• 3+ years of professional game development experience as an Environment Artist.
• Experience developing AAA titles on PC and/or console.
• Deep knowledge of game environment development processes, from sculpting to retopo, baking, uvs, texturing, etc.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• A high degree of self‑motivation and initiative‑taking.
• Experience Unreal Engine 5, Maya, 3Ds Max, or Blender, Z Brush, and Adobe Substance Suite.

Bonuses

• Strong technical knowledge working within Unreal Engine 5, including experience with UE5 specific pipelines: Nanite, Lumen, PCG (Procedural Content Generation), Blueprints, etc.
• Experience working with LMS (Layered Material Systems).
• Background in traditional art.
• Concept Art skills.

Benefits & Perks

• 6.5 weeks paid vacation
• Unlimited sick days
• Eligible for game performance bonuses.
• Flexible schedule and work location, with your choice of remote, hybrid, or on‑site.
• Healthcare & benefits plan, for you and your family
• 100% parental leave top‑up for 16 weeks, for Canadian employees.

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $80,000 - $120,000 CAD per year. The range for this role represents candidates across a wide range of skills and experience for the position. While we may consider international applicants, this salary is based on an Ontario employee. Therefore offers outside Ontario or outside Canada may differ from the posted amount. Increased salaries may be achievable for those who have achieved mastery and deep industry knowledge over time. Your specific offer will rely on your unique experience and alignment to our team's needs for the position.

EEO Statement

Torn Banner Studios welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.