Outsource Lead, Hard Surface (AAA Games)

Epic Games; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Epic Games is seeking an experienced Hard Surface Outsourcing Lead to supervise external partners delivering hard surface content for Fortnite and other projects. The role blends creative feedback with hands-on art oversight, requiring strong communication with vendors and internal teams to ensure assets meet pipeline standards.

AAA experience and robust 3D modelling skills are essential. The candidate will coordinate with HS Cosmetics leads, evaluate and onboard vendors, and provide clear

Qualifications

• Experience shipping AAA titles across multiple platforms.
• Strong hands-on 3D art background with hard surface modelling.
• Ability to provide clear creative feedback to vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise hard surface outsourcing to vendors.
• Generate and communicate clear asset direction and requirements.
• Review and provide feedback on outsourced work to ensure pipeline readiness.
• Collaborate with internal leads and external vendors for timely delivery.
• Document pipelines, blockouts, and exemplars for assets.

Skills

AAA titles experience

Hard surface outsourcing

3D asset production

Art direction feedback

Vendor communication

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

ZBrush

Photoshop

Substance

Job description

Epic Games is seeking an experienced Hard Surface Outsourcing Lead to supervise external partners delivering hard surface content for Fortnite and other projects. The role blends creative feedback with hands-on art oversight, requiring strong communication with vendors and internal teams to ensure assets meet pipeline standards.

AAA experience and robust 3D modelling skills are essential. The candidate will coordinate with HS Cosmetics leads, evaluate and onboard vendors, and provide clear