Senior 3D Environment Artist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks an accomplished Senior 3D Environment Artist to craft immersive environments for a next-generation title. Translate concept art into detailed 3D spaces, ensuring consistency and optimization within modern pipelines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in game environment art, a strong portfolio, and experience with Maya/Blender, PBR texturing, and Unreal or Unity. Join a collaborative studio in Gauteng developing cutting-edge visuals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in 3D environment art for video games.
• Proficiency in Maya/3ds Max/Blender and PBR texturing.
• Strong portfolio showcasing environmental art with realistic or stylized detail.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets, including props, structures, and natural elements, adhering to project art style and technical specifications.
• Construct detailed and compelling game levels, focusing on composition, storytelling, and player flow.
• Develop and refine textures, materials, and shaders to achieve photorealistic or stylized visual fidelity as required.
• Implement and optimize environment assets within the game engine (Unreal Engine, Unity), ensuring performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with level designers, lighting artists, and art directors to achieve the desired aesthetic and gameplay experience.
• Conduct research and gather references to ensure authenticity and detail in environment creation.
• Mentor junior environment artists, providing technical and artistic guidance.
• Maintain a high level of asset quality and consistency across all environments.
• Participate in art reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Skills

5+ years experience

Environment art

High/low poly

UV mapping

PBR texturing

Level assembly

Lighting

Art portfolio

Composition & color

Teamwork

Communication

Fast-paced work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Game Art/3D Modeling

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Blender

Substance Painter

Photoshop

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a celebrated developer of immersive virtual worlds located in Benoni , is seeking an accomplished Senior 3D Environment Artist to contribute to their groundbreaking next-generation title. This pivotal role involves crafting visually stunning and highly detailed game environments that will captivate players. You will be responsible for translating concept art and design documents into tangible, breathtaking 3D spaces, ensuring artistic consistency and technical optimization. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional artistic talent, a meticulous eye for detail, and a deep understanding of modern game development pipelines, from modeling and texturing to lighting and asset integration. Join our collaborative team in Gauteng and help shape unforgettable virtual landscapes.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets, including props, structures, and natural elements, adhering to project art style and technical specifications.
• Construct detailed and compelling game levels, focusing on composition, storytelling, and player flow.
• Develop and refine textures, materials, and shaders to achieve photorealistic or stylized visual fidelity as required.
• Implement and optimize environment assets within the game engine (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity), ensuring performance and scalability.
• Collaborate effectively with level designers, lighting artists, and art directors to achieve the desired aesthetic and gameplay experience.
• Conduct research and gather references to ensure authenticity and detail in environment creation.
• Mentor junior environment artists, providing technical and artistic guidance.
• Maintain a high level of asset quality and consistency across all environments.
• Participate in art reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in 3D environment art for video games.
• Proven ability to create high-polygon and low-polygon models, UV mapping, and PBR texturing.
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D modeling software (e.g., Maya, 3ds Max, Blender) and texturing tools (e.g., Substance Painter, Photoshop).
• Experience with game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity, including level assembly and lighting.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional environmental art, with a focus on realistic or stylized detail.
• Solid understanding of composition, color theory, and architectural forms.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive attitude towards problem-solving.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative development environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Game Art, 3D Modeling, Fine Arts, or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive remuneration package, comprehensive health benefits, performance-based incentives, and continuous learning opportunities. You will work with a passionate team in a creative studio environment in Benoni , utilizing cutting-edge tools and technologies. Benefits include paid time off, retirement savings plans, and regular team social events, fostering a positive and productive work atmosphere.