Freelance Lighting Artist

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.

Location: Remote
Contract: Freelance / Project-Based
Studio: Anchor Point Studios

About the Role

We are seeking a Freelance Lighting Artist to contribute to our upcoming 3D action title. In this role, you'll be instrumental in defining and enhancing the game's visual atmosphere by implementing and refining lighting across various scenes and environments. Collaborating closely with our art and tech teams, you'll ensure that lighting enhances both gameplay and aesthetics, delivering a cohesive visual experience. ​

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement high-quality lighting setups that enhance storytelling, emotion, and atmosphere in digital environments and characters.
  
  
• Collaborate with art directors, environment artists, and technical teams to maintain a cohesive artistic vision.
  
  
• Utilize lighting software in Unreal Engine and manipulate light sources, shadows, and reflections.
  
  
• Experiment with different lighting techniques, including global illumination, ray tracing, and volumetric lighting, to achieve desired visual effects.
  
  
• Optimize lighting setups for performance, ensuring real-time lighting runs efficiently across various hardware.
  
  
• Troubleshoot lighting issues and render artifacts, providing creative solutions while adhering to technical constraints. ​
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Lighting Artist in the gaming industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
  
  
• Proficiency in lighting and rendering in Unreal.
  
  
• Strong understanding of lighting principles, including color theory, composition, and contrast.
  
  
• Experience with real-time lighting systems and optimization techniques.
  
  
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  
  
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a remote team environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with stylized lighting approaches that fit a unique artistic direction.
  
  
• Familiarity with shader authoring and post-processing techniques.
  
  
• Knowledge of compositing software such as Adobe After Effects, Nuke, or Fusion

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.