Environment Artist

Environment Artist (Remote or In-Office)

Department: Art

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Eugene, OR

Compensation: $65,000 - $78,000 / year

Description

Day To Day

• Create environments for individual projects, as needed
• Work with the Project Art Director or Art Lead to understand project requirements, then research, develop, and implement it in engine
• Work within an environment POD creating AAA level content
• Research current techniques used and utilize most relevant processes
• Work with Design to determine level flow and how it will pertain to environments
• Work closely with Technical Art to develop new or improved upon techniques to improve visual quality
• Work with other departments as needed
• Work independently and provide accurate time estimations for project planning

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Understanding of Maya and/or Max
• Unreal 5 experience is required; familiarity with Unity is a bonus
• Ability to create environment textures within tools such as Substance Designer
• Ability to create or work off of environment concepts that are in various stages of completion
• Ability to light a scene based on the design of mood and impact in the game
• Ability to consider multiple requests/suggestions and come up with creative solutions
• Understanding of what tasks will fall under design vs. art
• Ability to keep an organized and consistent schedule
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Understanding of bug fixing and investigation
• Ability to make visually impactful environments and push the envelope when needed
• Work well independently and within a team
• Work effectively with other artists and engineers to achieve project goals
• Solve problems to the benefit of the project/team

• Ability to use Zbrush
• Ability to do FX
• Ability to whitebox levels

• Any degree or certification in relevant field or equivalent work experience AND
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role

• Candidate should include a portfolio of art that they have created or directed. An art test may be required.

What We Can Offer You

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401K with employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 20 Paid Company Holidays
• Relocation
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Club Discounts
• Sports Team Sponsorship
• Annual Company Events
• Project Wrap Parties