Lead Level Artist (Unannounced Project)

3 Months ago • 4 Years + • Level Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead Level Artist needed for an unannounced project. Responsibilities include high-level art direction, creating and adapting assets, collaborating with various disciplines, level population and production, performance optimization, and bug fixes. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of game industry experience as a Level Artist, strong skills in Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop, and Substance Painter, and a solid understanding of lighting, materials, proportion, and set dressing. The role involves working closely with the concept team and art directors to push the visual target and guide the art team.
Must have:
  • 4+ years experience as Level Artist
  • Proficiency in Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop, Substance Painter
  • Strong understanding of lighting, materials, composition
  • Collaboration and communication skills
  • Level design and optimization knowledge
Good to have:
  • Level conception sketches
  • Vertical slice prototype experience
  • Substance Painter & Designer expertise
  • Git experience
  • World Machine/Gaea knowledge
Perks:
  • 21+ days holiday
  • Paid sick leave
  • Career development opportunities
  • English language courses
  • Premium private health care
  • Mental well-being program
  • Onsite gym and spa
  • Free parking
  • Free drinks & kitchen
  • Hellenic Bank benefits
  • Employee discounts
  • Personal gaming account
  • Subsidized canteen
  • Company events
  • Seniority awards
  • Referral program

Job Details

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an exceptional talented Lead Level Artist to join our dynamic team in creating captivating  worlds for our upcoming game. This position offers the opportunity to showcase your creativity and expertise in designing visually stunning and detailed  dioramas of vibrant landscapes to industrial areas. Some time will also be spent working with the concept team and art directors to push the visual target and guide the art team in level art production.
If you are passionate about crafting beautiful scenes and have the passion to dive into creating content and possess the  understanding of lighting, materials, proportion, and set dressing standards, then this is the perfect opportunity for you to collaborate with a talented team and make a significant impact on the overall gaming experience.

What will you do?

●    Take on the high level art direction of the project and concept or work closely with the concept team to realise new levels.  
●    Create and adapt existing assets to help in the conceptual stage of the level conception.
●    Create materials to push the high level concepts of level prototypes.
●    Work with a variety of disciplines including designers, 3d artists and lighting disciplines.
●    Participate in the development of new tools and technologies.
●    Engage in level population and production.
●    Engage in performance optimization and bug fixes.

What are we looking for?

●    Experience in the game industry as a Level Artist for at least 4 years.
●    Knowledge of the basics of composition, aerial perspective, theory of light, colour science.
●    Good modelling and texturing skills.
●    Strong knowledge of: Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop, Substance Painter (or other similar programs).
●    Basic knowledge of gameplay and level design.
●    Ability to communicate productively, perceive feedback constructively, ability and desire to work in a team.
●    Versatile gaming experience, interest in computer games.
●    Initiative, resourcefulness.
●    Understanding of game level production processes.
●    Understanding of level optimization and asset production methodology.
●    Understanding of level lighting. 

What additional skills will help you stand out?

●    Level conception sketches.
●    Working on vertical slice prototypes.
●    Knowledge and skills in Substance Painter & Designer.
●    Git or revision control experience.
●    Knowledge and skills in World Machine / Gaea.

Benefits

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

  • 21 days holiday (additional days based on years of service: up to 25 days) + 15 days as public holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave up to a certain number of days, Marriage Leave
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • English Language courses fully covered by the company upon Manager’s approval
  • Premium Private Health Care 
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Onsite gym and spa
  • Free parking
  • Free drinks-equipped kitchen in every floor building
  • Hellenic Bank benefits
  • Employee discounts (e.g. restaurants, bars, etc.)
  • Personal Gaming Account 
  • Onsite canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
  • Company events, Social Clubs
  • Seniority Awards  
  • Referral program - You can recommend the best talents to the company and receive a reward 

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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About The Company

Wargaming is a company with a rich history and a bright future. Founded in 1998, we have grown from a small team of passionate gamers into a global leader in the gaming industry. Our focus has always been on creating immersive and engaging experiences for our players, and we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of gaming.


But our success is not just limited to our games. We are also committed to giving back to the community and making a positive impact on the world. We have established a number of initiatives to support education, technology, and the arts, and we are always looking for new ways to make a difference.


So if you are a talented and ambitious individual looking to make a real impact in the gaming industry, Wargaming is the place for you. Join us, and be a part of something truly special. 

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