Senior Environment Artist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Presencial; ZAR 420.000 - 650.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Health benefits and wellness

Career development and growth

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Team-building activities

Modern studio workspace

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 seeks a Senior Environment Artist for a distinguished game development studio in Mahikeng, North West. You will craft immersive worlds, create high-quality 3D assets, textures, and lighting, and collaborate with designers and directors to achieve a cohesive visual experience.

You will work with modern engines (Unreal/Unity), optimize assets for performance, and mentor junior artists while staying ahead of industry trends. A strong portfolio is essential.

Qualificações

• 5+ years of professional experience as an Environment Artist in the game industry.
• Proficiency in Maya, 3ds Max or Blender and ZBrush.
• Strong texturing and material creation with Substance Painter/Designer and Photoshop.
• Experience with Unreal Engine or Unity and PBR workflows.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Game Art, or related field (or equivalent).

Responsabilidades

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets (props, architecture, terrain) aligned with art style.
• Develop textures, materials, and shaders for environment elements.
• Assemble and detail environments in Unreal Engine or Unity, focusing on lighting and composition.
• Collaborate with level designers to block out layouts for gameplay flow and visuals.
• Maintain artistic consistency with the Art Director and target visuals.
• Optimize assets for performance within frame/memory budgets.
• Mentor junior environment artists and troubleshoot technical issues.

Conhecimentos

Environment art

3D modelling

Texturing & shading

Game engine usage

Optimization

Formação

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Ferramentas

Maya

3ds Max

Blender

ZBrush

Substance Painter/Designer

Photoshop

Unreal Engine

Unity

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished game development studio located in Mahikeng, North West , is seeking a highly creative and skilled Senior Environment Artist to craft immersive and visually stunning game worlds. This role is critical in bringing our game environments to life, from initial blockout to final polish. You will be responsible for creating high-quality 3D assets, texturing, and world-building, collaborating closely with level designers, art directors, and other artists to achieve a cohesive and compelling visual experience. We are looking for a passionate artist with a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional environmental art for games, a keen eye for detail, and proficiency in industry-standard tools. Join our talented team in Mahikeng, North West , and contribute to the creation of memorable and breathtaking game worlds.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D environment assets, including props, architecture, and terrain, adhering to the project's art style and technical requirements.
• Develop realistic or stylized textures, materials, and shaders for environmental elements.
• Assemble and detail game environments within the chosen game engine (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity), focusing on composition, lighting, and atmosphere.
• Collaborate with level designers to block out and refine level layouts, ensuring gameplay flow and visual appeal.
• Work closely with the Art Director to maintain artistic consistency and achieve the desired visual targets.
• Optimize environment assets for performance, ensuring they meet frame rate and memory budgets.
• Implement and utilize lighting within environments to enhance mood and storytelling.
• Stay updated on current industry trends and techniques in environment art and game development.
• Provide feedback and mentorship to junior environment artists.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to environment art assets and implementation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as an Environment Artist in the game industry, with a portfolio demonstrating strong environmental art skills.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (e.g., Maya, 3ds Max, Blender) and sculpting tools (e.g., ZBrush).
• Strong skills in texturing and material creation using software such as Substance Painter/Designer and Photoshop.
• Experience with modern game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity for environment assembly and lighting.
• Understanding of PBR workflows and material principles.
• Excellent sense of composition, color, and form.
• Ability to create assets that are both visually appealing and technically optimized.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Game Art, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• You will be part of a creative and collaborative studio culture, working on exciting AAA projects.
• We provide generous paid time off, retirement savings plans, and regular team-building activities.
• The Mahikeng, North West studio offers a modern and inspiring workspace.
• Contribute your artistry to building unforgettable virtual worlds.