Senior 3D Environment Artist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior 3D Environment Artist for its Port Elizabeth studio. You will model, texture, and integrate immersive environment assets across game levels, aligning with art direction and technical specs.

You will collaborate with designers and art directors to craft realistic and stylized environments, optimize assets for performance, and mentor junior artists. Port Elizabeth relocation supported.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in 3D environment art for games or related fields.
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional modeling, texturing, and environment art skills.
• Proficiency in 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.
• Understanding of PBR workflows and modular environment creation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets, including terrain, architecture, props, and foliage.
• Develop realistic and stylized textures using PBR workflows.
• Assemble and integrate environment assets into game levels using Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Collaborate with level designers and art directors to achieve the desired aesthetic and gameplay experience.
• Optimize environment assets for performance across platforms, ensuring high visual fidelity.
• Implement lighting and post-processing effects to enhance mood and atmosphere.
• Mentor junior environment artists and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain consistency in art style and quality throughout the environment.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in 3D environment art.

Skills

5+ years exp

Portfolio

Teamwork

Attention to detail

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, is seeking a talented Senior 3D Environment Artist to join their acclaimed studio in Port Elizabeth . This role is central to creating breathtaking and believable game environments that captivate players. You will be responsible for the modeling, texturing, and integration of high-quality environment assets, ensuring they align with the art direction and technical specifications. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional artistic skill, a keen eye for detail, and extensive experience with industry-standard 3D software and game engines. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including level designers and art directors, to bring virtual worlds to life. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to visually stunning projects and to grow your career in the heart of Port Elizabeth 's burgeoning creative industry. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inspiring work atmosphere where artistic talent thrives.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets, including terrain, architecture, props, and foliage.
• Develop realistic and stylized textures using PBR workflows.
• Assemble and integrate environment assets into game levels using industry-standard game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Collaborate closely with level designers and art directors to achieve the desired aesthetic and gameplay experience.
• Optimize environment assets for performance across various platforms, ensuring high visual fidelity.
• Implement lighting and post-processing effects to enhance mood and atmosphere.
• Mentor junior environment artists and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain consistency in art style and quality throughout the environment.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in 3D environment art and technology.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in 3D environment art for games or related fields.
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional modeling, texturing, and environment art skills.
• Proficiency in 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.
• Understanding of PBR (Physically Based Rendering) workflows.
• Knowledge of modular environment creation techniques.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and communicate ideas clearly.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating immersive worlds.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Port Elizabeth .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package reflecting experience and expertise.
• Opportunity to work on exciting and visually rich game titles.
• Creative and collaborative studio environment located in Port Elizabeth .
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off and generous holiday schedule.
• Professional development and skill enhancement programs.
• Regular team events and social activities.