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Environment Artist (Contract)

We are Velan Studios, an independent game developer making the groundbreaking games of tomorrow. We are building a world-class development studio of developers who can blow game-players away with work that is both innovative and unconventional.

We are looking to hire a mid to senior level environment artist to come and help us make awesome content! If you are a 3D Environment Artist with the passion and curiosity to make amazing, eye-catching visuals, you should apply!

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Build high definition, game ready models, materials, and world geometry.
• Populate and decorate environments with props and decals.
• Collaborate with the Art Director, game designers and programmers to ensure art assets are high-quality, support the artistic direction of our projects, and are fully optimized on target platforms.
• Engage in R&D efforts on new techniques to implement into our production pipeline.
• Receive feedback and modify work based on direction.

Requirements

• 2+ years of industry experience as an Environment Artist, or other relevant experience.
• Expertise in asset creation and level layout.
• Experience with art principles and techniques such as lighting, composition, color theory, and staging.
• Strong understanding of physically-based rendering and NPR shader techniques.
• Expert in 3d modeling with Maya (or equivalent 3d modeling software).
• Proficiency in both Substance Designer and Painter.
• Familiarity with ZBrush (or equivalent sculpting software)
• Experience working in Unreal, Unity or other AAA Game Development Engines.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Self-direction, passion, and creativity in your work.
• A receptiveness to feedback and the ability to act successfully on direct critique.