Lead Environment Artist

Job Overview

Wargaming is looking for a Lead Environment Artist to work on new and exciting features for our groundbreaking MMO title World of Tanks, which has over 100 million players worldwide. 
 
In this role, you will take part in designing and creating immersive game environments and assets while optimizing workflows and implementing advanced 3D techniques. You will collaborate with the Art Director to maintain a cohesive visual style. 

If you thrive in a dynamic atmosphere and are eager to shape an exciting AAA title, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating something truly special in the gaming world.

Your next big opportunity awaits! 

Reports to

The Lead Environment Artist will report to the Art Manager. 

What will you do?

• Lead the Environment Art team – manage, mentor, support and develop artists, sharing knowledge and best practices on site in our Prague studio 

• Improve and develop the visual and artistic style of the project with Art Director 

• Working closely with other Art Department Leads and Art Director to ensure that environments and assets match quality bar and art vision 

• Design and create detailed and atmospheric game environments and assets that support the artistic vision of the project 

• Build and improve an efficient workflow within the team  

• Setting art tasks, setting up benchmark quality, train team members and be responsible for the quality of assets leaving the Environment team  

• Producing high-quality assets hands on for Wargaming, including unannounced projects 

• Participating in the development of new tools and technologies

What are we looking for?

• 5+ years of experience as a Senior/Lead Environment Artist in AAA projects, minimum one finished AAA project in portfolio in leadership position for at least 2 years 

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team 

• Systematic thinking, ability to optimize pipelines, and propose efficient solutions 

• Proven ability to create high quality photorealistic models and textures of AAA quality 

• Experience working with game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary engines) 

• Solid knowledge of Maya, Zbrush, Photoshop and Substance products 

• A great eye for scale, proportion and composition, understanding of lighting principles, materials and content optimization 

• Excellent verbal and written skills, and be able to both take critique and give feedback internally and externally in a professional manner 

• Passion for innovation and keeping up with the latest industry trends 

• Fluent English 

• Strong internal motivation 

• Don't forget to include your portfolio

What additional skills will help you stand out?

• Knowledge of architecture styles and principles 

• Portfolio with more than one AAA projects 

• Sketching skills – ability to visualize your vision quickly on paper 

• Traditional art skills (drawing, painting, sculpting, photography) 

• Experience in photogrammetry 

Work mode

Since the team is based in Prague, the role will require frequent business trips to the Prague office.

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include:

• Annual leave of 20 working days (additional days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 25 days)
• Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
• Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits  
• Premium Private Health Insurance
• Career development and education opportunities within the company
• English clubs and platform for learning languages
• Mental well-being program (iFeel)
• Commuting allowance
• Company events
• FitPass membership
• Discounts for employees
• Personal Gaming Account
• Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
• On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
• Seniority Awards
• Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward

Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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