Senior Scanning Artist

Lighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best and work alongside the future greats of the gaming industry.

As a Senior Scanning Artist, you will play a crucial role in capturing and processing high-quality scans of real-world assets for our game development. Your expertise in photogrammetry and scanning techniques will drive the visual fidelity of our projects, ensuring every detail is meticulously captured for use in-game. You will collaborate closely with other artists, designers, and producers to build a library of intricate and authentic assets while mentoring junior artists in best practices.

Key Duties Include

• Capturing, processing, and optimizing scans of real-world assets for use in-game
• Working closely with Technical Artists to refine scanning pipelines and workflows
• Assisting in the creation of documentation and standards for asset capture and processing
• Mentoring junior scanning artists, sharing knowledge and techniques
• Collaborating with various teams to ensure quality and timely delivery of assets
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the latest scanning technologies and methods

• Proven experience in utilizing scanning techniques for high-quality real-time art asset creation
• Strong familiarity with realtime game engines and their asset requirements
• Experience with 3D software such as Blender, 3DS Max, or similar
• Solid understanding of PBR material workflows and creation
• Ability to work with cameras, lenses, and lighting techniques to achieve optimal scan results
• Proven capability to work independently and maintain organized workflows
• A willingness to travel for asset capture when necessary

Desirable

• Driving license & international travel passport
• Knowledge of advanced scanning technologies such as LIDAR and NeRF
• Interest in areas such as architecture, geology, or motorsport
• Experience working on AAA game titles

• 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
• Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Health and Well-Being Benefits
• Dental Care
• Optical treatments
• Mental Health Support