Senior 3D Environment Artist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and dental insurance

Hybrid work arrangement

Career development opportunities

Remote collaboration on projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior 3D Environment Artist to join our game studio in Klerksdorp. You will craft immersive, high-quality 3D environments, from concept through final implementation, collaborating with directors, designers, and peers to establish and maintain a consistent visual style.

The role demands expertise in modeling, texturing, lighting, and asset optimization for multiple platforms; you will mentor junior artists and contribute to art direction while embracing the hybrid work

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a 3D Environment Artist with a strong portfolio of AAA or comparable quality.
• Strong proficiency in modeling, texturing, lighting from concept to final implementation.
• Experience with game engines (Unreal or Unity) and optimizing assets for performance.
• Excellent eye for form, composition, color theory, and lighting.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets from concept to final implementation.
• Collaborate with art directors and designers to maintain visual style and quality.
• Optimize assets for performance across platforms.
• Develop efficient workflows for asset creation and integration.
• Contribute to art direction and visual storytelling.
• Mentor junior artists and provide feedback.
• Stay current with industry trends and technologies.
• Ensure consistency and attention to detail in environments.
• Participate in art reviews and provide insights.

Skills

3D Environment Art

AAA portfolio

Maya

3ds Max

Substance Painter

ZBrush

Unreal Engine

Unity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Game Art or related field

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Substance Painter

ZBrush

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a critically acclaimed video game development studio celebrated for its richly detailed and immersive game worlds, is looking for a talented Senior 3D Environment Artist to join their team in Klerksdorp . This role is instrumental in crafting the visual landscapes that players will explore, demanding a keen eye for detail, composition, and atmospheric storytelling through art. You will be responsible for creating high-quality 3D assets and environments that bring our game worlds to life, working collaboratively within a talented art department. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to our projects while enjoying a flexible work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets, including modeling, texturing, and lighting, from concept to final implementation.
• Collaborate with art directors, level designers, and other artists to establish and maintain the visual style and quality of game environments.
• Optimize environment assets for performance across various platforms.
• Develop and maintain efficient workflows for asset creation and integration.
• Contribute to the overall art direction and visual storytelling of the game.
• Mentor junior environment artists and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay current with industry trends and new technologies in 3D environment art.
• Ensure consistency and attention to detail in all aspects of environment creation.
• Participate in art reviews and provide insightful contributions.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a 3D Environment Artist in the video game industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing AAA or comparable quality work.
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D modeling and texturing software (e.g., Maya, 3ds Max, Substance Painter, ZBrush).
• Experience with game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Strong understanding of form, composition, color theory, and lighting.
• Ability to create realistic or stylized assets depending on project requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with experience working in a hybrid or studio setting.
• A degree in Game Art, 3D Modeling, Fine Arts, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Passion for creating immersive and believable game worlds.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental insurance, and performance-based bonuses.
• Employees benefit from generous paid time off, a dynamic work environment, and opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• This hybrid role allows for a blend of in-studio collaboration and remote flexibility.
• You will have the chance to work on exciting, cutting-edge projects in Klerksdorp , contributing to visually stunning interactive experiences.