JOB TITLE:          Senior Environment Artist

LOCATION:          Brighton, UK

FUNCTION:          Art/Animation

REPORTS TO:     Art Director

CONTRACT:         Perm

What We Need:

Hangar 13 is looking for an experienced Senior Environment Artist to help create 3D environments that are both visually stunning and have great gameplay opportunities. The ideal candidate should be able to create a fulfilling 3D space, working closely with Design to ensure both game metrics and architecture mesh together.  This is an amazing opportunity to work side-by-side with great talent to establish Hangar 13’s newest team location.

What You Will Do:

• Work in close collaboration with Designers and Modelers as a team to create 3D environments
• Design and work out the details of modular systems of architecture for levels
• Own final art quality of levels
• Collaborate with gameplay designers to create a believable space
• Optimize final levels/environments for performance
• Work with Art Director and Environment Lead to ensure artistic unity across the game

 

Who We Think Will Be A Good Fit:

 

• 5 or more years of experience in internal game development with an emphasis on environmental art or level architecture
• At least 1 shipped title, experience with AAA open world titles preferred
• Ability to mentor and potentially lead other artists in the development of their skills
• Exceptional communication skills
• Ability to communicate and collaborate across multiple locations effectively
• Desirable Skills and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent
• Knowledge of 3D Studio Max, ZBrush and Photoshop
• Recent use of industry standard game editors
• Ability to inspire and bring out talent in others
• Attention to detail
• Classic drawing or painting techniques with the ability to sketch out ideas on paper
• Good sense of spatial composition and proportions
• Understanding of basic architecture