*Please note - during the global pandemic we are only able to offer full-time remote positions to those within the UK and those who are relocating to the UK for the position.* 

We build ground-breaking games and content for some of the world’s biggest publishers including Microsoft, Sony, Apple and Sega. Sheffield is our largest studio and headquarters, situated just north-east of the city centre, where we’ve built and contributed to some of the world’s best-loved game franchises.

It’s an exciting time to be part of Sumo, winners of the Develop: Star Awards 2019 Best Studio and GI Biz 2020 Best Places to Work; big things are on the horizon and we want you to be part of our continued journey. Join us!

Sumo Sheffield is made up of a diverse mix of fantastic people, although sometimes, some groups are still under-represented. We are working to remove obstacles that can make it difficult for those groups to progress their careers in the games industry. We welcome applications from under-represented people in the gaming industry, including, but not limited to BAME, LGBQT+, women, people with physical disabilities, neurodiversity or mental health issues, and parents or carers.

The role

Sumo have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Environment Artist at our Sheffield studio. We are looking for a world-class artist with a wealth of experience in driving quality standards on AAA console titles.

This is an incredible opportunity to shape some of the most exciting and groundbreaking video games currently being made in the UK.

Within this role you will:

• Be directly responsible for delivering all aspects the art on an exciting project.
• Take the lead in pushing the visual quality and standards to the highest level
• Supervise all the various art disciplines
• Assist production with estimates and scheduling
• Support and report directly to the Art Director

We need you to have:

• Broad knowledge of Art production on AAA games
• Expert knowledge of 3D pipelines and asset management
• Comprehensive communication and planning skills
• Must have completed several AAA titles, preferably at least one as Lead Environment Artist or similar role.