Senior Weapons Artist

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CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced Senior Weapons Artist to join our studio in Boston and work on Cyberpunk: Orion, the follow up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next game in the franchise. As a Senior weapons artist, you will work with various stakeholders to bring the fantastic weapons of the Cyberpunk universe to life. 

Daily Responsibilities

• Interpret  weapons designs from detailed concepts and bring them to life
• Hard surface modeling of weapons, props, or possibly vehicles with mechanical articulation for accurate functionality
• Texturing and material creation
• Assist in the creation of pipelines and workflows for weapons creation and customization
• Create documentation for workflows or pipelines
• Writing and preparing briefs for outsource or other development partners
• Working with the design, animation and Art Direction teams to problem solve both design and aesthetic challenges
• Mentor other hardsurface/weapons artists

• 7+ years of demonstrated experience in the games or film industry, preferably focused on hardsurface modeling for weapons and props
• Ability to work independently to identify and own work, deliver results.
• Experience working on AAA first person titles
• Extensive experience using 3D modeling applications
• Strong background in traditional art skills, understanding fundamentals like proportion, scale, value, and color theory.
• A strong understanding of material surfaces and the ability to communicate them visually.
• Excellent understanding of mechanical function and purpose and the ability to create believable assets
• Knowledgeable in weapon design across various eras and genres.
• Be fast and organized at researching and reference gathering.
• A collaborative and team player approach, being able to contribute ideas, take direction, and react to stakeholder feedback.
• The ability to learn new tools quickly and effectively.

In-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland. 
Relocation is required. 

Relocation support

• Relocation package – flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet, shipping your belongings: it’s all covered. 
• Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you, assistance with finding residence, tax settlements - all you need to feel right at home is taken care of.
• Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too.
• Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday for every team member per year, paid sick leave, and paid maternity & paternity leave.

Perks & Professional Growth 

• Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8:00 and 10:00 AM.
• Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, ‘Meet a star’ events, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
• REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops and cinemas.
• Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team

Health & Well-being

• Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives.
• Health checks — tests and vaccinations at the studio as well as professional advice and guidance from a specialist doctor.
• Psychological care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars. 
• Multisport card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.

Social Activities & Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
• Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
• Healthy selections — ​​organic fruit, snacks, muesli, organic honey, vegan milk, and speciality coffee are all at your disposal around the studio. Enjoy!
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

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