3D Environment Artist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 360.000 - 550.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is assisting a dynamic game development studio in Benoni to find a talented 3D Environment Artist. This hybrid role blends hands-on asset creation with collaborative studio work and remote flexibility.

You will craft high-quality environments and props, optimize them for performance, and work with art directors, designers, and lighting artists to realize immersive worlds. Candidates should showcase a strong portfolio of game environments, be proficient in Maya/3ds Max or Blender,

Qualifikationen

• Proven background as a 3D Environment Artist with a portfolio of game environments.
• Proficiency in 3D modelling software (Maya, 3ds Max or Blender).
• Experience with texturing tools (Substance Painter, Photoshop, Quixel Mixer).
• Familiarity with Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Strong understanding of form, color, lighting and composition.
• Ability to create efficient UV layouts and PBR textures.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a team.

Aufgaben

• Model, texture, and integrate 3D environment assets for game levels.
• Create realistic and stylized props, structures, foliage, and terrain per art direction.
• Optimize assets for performance and memory use.
• Collaborate with level designers to define layout and atmosphere.
• Work with lighting artists to enhance mood and realism.
• Maintain consistency with established art style and project requirements.
• Contribute to environment art pipelines and workflows.

Kenntnisse

Artistic vision

Teamwork

Hybrid work

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Blender

Substance Painter

Photoshop

Quixel Mixer

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic game development studio in Benoni, is seeking a talented 3D Environment Artist to join their growing team. This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to visually stunning game worlds, balancing collaborative studio work with remote flexibility. You will be responsible for creating high-quality 3D assets and environments that bring our game worlds to life. Collaborating closely with art directors, level designers, and other artists, you will ensure that environments are not only aesthetically compelling but also technically optimized for performance. We are passionate about building immersive and believable worlds, and your artistic vision and technical skills will be key to achieving this. The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio showcasing impressive environment art and a solid understanding of the full 3D asset creation pipeline. This is an exciting chance to work on diverse projects and advance your career in a supportive and creative studio atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

• Model, texture, and integrate 3D environment assets for game levels.
• Create realistic and stylized props, structures, foliage, and terrain based on art direction.
• Optimize assets for performance, ensuring efficient use of memory and polygon counts.
• Collaborate with level designers to define and build the visual layout and atmosphere of game environments.
• Work with lighting artists to enhance the mood and realism of scenes.
• Maintain consistency with the established art style and technical requirements of the project.
• Utilize industry-standard software for modeling, texturing, and rendering (e.g., Maya, 3ds Max, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Photoshop).
• Participate in art reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues related to environment assets.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of environment art pipelines and workflows.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a 3D Environment Artist, with a portfolio demonstrating high-quality game environments.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (Maya, 3ds Max, Blender).
• Expertise in texturing software (Substance Painter, Photoshop, Quixel Mixer).
• Familiarity with game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Strong understanding of form, shape, color, lighting, and composition.
• Ability to create efficient UV layouts and PBR textures.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, comfortable in a hybrid work setting.
• Knowledge of modular asset creation techniques.
• Passion for creating immersive and believable game worlds.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Generous vacation and holiday leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Creative and collaborative studio environment.
• Access to modern technology and software.
• Regular team-building activities.
• Be part of exciting and innovative game projects.