Anchor Point Studios

Hard Surface Artist

Senior AI Designer

Anchor Point Studios seeks a Hard Surface Artist to create high-quality, optimized 3D assets (vehicles, weapons, etc.) for a new action title. Responsibilities include crafting stylized textures and materials, collaborating with other teams to ensure asset alignment with gameplay, optimizing models for performance, conducting reference research, troubleshooting in Unreal Engine, and maintaining a clean workflow.  Experience on AAA titles and knowledge of PBR techniques are essential. The role involves working closely with both internal and external teams, following studio best practices and communicating them effectively to outsource partners.

<div class="job__description body"><div>Anchor Point Studios, a global game studio under NetEase Games, was founded by veteran game designer Paul Ehreth in October 2022. Fueled by a world-class team of developers, Anchor Point Studios is passionate about creating immersive and engaging console and PC action games. We seek to push the boundaries of entertainment in extraordinary ways, developing experiences that are both memorable and timeless.
With locations in Barcelona and Seattle, Anchor Point Studios is actively hiring developers, artists, designers, and more for office, hybrid, and remote roles.
&nbsp;</div><div>Hard Surface Artist
Anchor Point Studios
Barcelona based studio,Remote options available
AAA
We are Anchor Point Studios and we’re looking for a&nbsp;Hard Surface Artist to help us build the future of mind-blowing video game entertainment for a new, innovative 3D action title.
About the Role:
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<li>Create high-quality, optimized 3D hard surface assets, which may include : vehicles, weapons, machinery, props, and architecture, adhering to project specifications and art direction.</li>
<li>Craft stylized textures and materials using industry-standard software, ensuring assets maintain visual fidelity across platforms.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Work closely with concept artists, animators, and the technical team to ensure assets align with gameplay requirements and design visions.</li>
<li>Ensure models are optimized for performance without sacrificing visual quality, following technical guidelines for polycount, UV layouts, and LODs.</li>
<li>Conduct research to gather appropriate references, ensuring accuracy and appeal in asset creation.</li>
<li>Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to asset functionality in Unreal Engine.</li>
<li>Maintain a clean, efficient workflow, adhering to the studio’s pipeline and ensuring assets integrate seamlessly into the production process.</li>
<li>Work alongside outsource team,&nbsp; best practices within the studio and communicating that to our external partners</li>
</ul>
About You:
<ul>
<li>Experience working on AAA titles.</li>
<li>Knowledge of scripting and automation for modeling.</li>
<li>Passion for gaming and a strong understanding of current trends in hard surface art</li>
<li>Strong understanding of PBR techniques and how it relates to stylised art</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;</div><div>Why Anchor Point Studios? We’re drawn to who you are, not just what you do. We’re humble, passionate, and dedicated to creating something extraordinary—pushing the boundaries of entertainment to develop memorable and timeless experiences. You can expect a benefits package that rewards and recognizes your dedication. As a NetEase Games studio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are adventurous, open to challenge, humble, and committed to lasting quality for our games.
We are seeking adventurous teammates who are ready to challenge themselves, eager to learn, and passionate about crafting exceptional experiences. Our studio's motto, Per Aspera, Ad Astra (through hardships, to the stars), acknowledges that our journey may be difficult, but together, we will overcome challenges and build something amazing. We aim to create action-adventure experiences that take risks and explore uncharted territory. The best things in life are hard-earned, and we confidently embrace this truth as we blaze a new trail in the gaming landscape.</div></div>