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Environment Artist

Cloud Imperium is looking for Environment Artists with experience working in high-poly modular environments. Our artists are responsible for working closely with designers in laying out and finishing geo, props, materials, and textures.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of environment asset creation and modular kit-based construction methodologies. They understand all phases of environment creation from block-out through lighting. They work well and communicate with designers and other disciplines in a collaborative team oriented development process.

Covid-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to a work-from-home model and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.

Responsibilities:

• Creating game-ready models of environmental objects (architectural building sets, organics, etc.)
• Working in the editor to build out levels and environments
• Creating efficient UV layouts that work well within engine/platform constraints
• Creating realistic PBR shaders
• Working closely with the level lead and lead environment artist
• Working closely with the Level Design Team
• Working independently on asset sets and overseeing level art

Requirements:

• Thorough knowledge of the game development process
• Previous experience creating high-quality environments for AAA games
• Strong working knowledge of 3DS Max and Photoshop, as well as experience in using editors to lay out environments
• Strong knowledge of Substance/Quixel packages
• Experience creating environments using modular systems
• An understanding of effective asset creation and optimization
• Experience applying and tweaking shaders
• A keen eye for spatial composition and building believable scenes
• Excellent sense of form, mass, and volume
• Passion for pushing the state of the art in asset fidelity and production techniques
• High degree of self-motivation and initiative

Pluses:

• Experience with Lumberyard
• Hard surface modeling experience
• Experience using ZBrush or Mudbox for organic shapes
• Knowledge and/or experience with PBR
• Experience with programmatic and/or parametric environment generation tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in gaming
• Experience in architectural, interior, or industrial design

Please provide sample pictures or a portfolio link that demonstrates:

• Exceptional modeling skills - great assets examples using custom normal workflow or high to low poly baking
• Strong understanding of a PBR workflow
• Examples of building realistic shader libraries
• Ability to create game-ready assets that work well within given technical limitations
• Very strong texturing skills and excellent knowledge of Adobe Photoshop
• Keen eye on detail and realism
• A strong sense for composition, color, and light
• At least average drawing/painting skills