Real-Time Environment Artist: Immersive Worlds

Industrial Light & Magic

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 104,300 - 136,900

Full time

14 days+
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Medical benefits
Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Industrial Light & Magic is seeking a Real-Time Environment Artist in San Francisco to create high-fidelity 3D assets for interactive and virtual production workflows. You will work closely with Art Directors and other creatives to develop visually stunning environments that enhance player experiences and stories.

The role requires strong 3D modeling and texturing skills and familiarity with relevant software tools like Maya and Unreal Engine. The position offers a competitive salary range of $104,300 to $136,900, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in game development or VFX.
  • Strong foundation in digital art with emphasis on environmental composition.
  • Experience with real-time engines and development workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Create high-fidelity 3D assets and environments for interactive experiences.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve artistic challenges.
  • Participate in the QA process to identify and fix issues in real-time environments.

Skills

3D modeling
Texturing
Visual storytelling
Maya
Substance Painter
Unreal Engine

Education

3–5 years of relevant professional experience

Tools

ZBrush
Houdini
Perforce

Job description

Industrial Light & Magic is seeking a Real-Time Environment Artist in San Francisco to create high-fidelity 3D assets for interactive and virtual production workflows. You will work closely with Art Directors and other creatives to develop visually stunning environments that enhance player experiences and stories.

The role requires strong 3D modeling and texturing skills and familiarity with relevant software tools like Maya and Unreal Engine. The position offers a competitive salary range of $104,300 to $136,900, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

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