Senior 3D Environment Artist
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Senior Environment Artist at thatgamecompany collaborating with a 3D Art team to create landscapes and environments for an unannounced game. Combining artistic vision with technical skills to enhance gameplay.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the 3D Art team to create landscapes, environments, and models
- Create landscapes using proprietary terrain system
- Create models and set dress landscapes to support narrative and gameplay
- Establish environmental lighting and atmosphere for new or existing levels
- Create environmental FX such as particles, god rays, fog, etc.
- Work closely with technical artists to create custom shaders
- Collaborate with project leads, concept artists, and designers
- Brainstorm ideas and create rapid prototypes during the concept phase
- Support the modeling team to create cosmetic and level content
- Assist other departments on environment or modeling needs
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience working in games
- Proficient modeling skills in Maya or equivalent
- Strong sense of composition, lighting, and color theory
- Self-motivated, humble, and a team player
- Open-minded and great at handling criticism
- Passionate about creating unique and innovative 3D look
- A passionate Sky player (Nice to Haves)
- Ability to design gameplay levels and spaces (Nice to Haves)
- Knowledgeable on ancient civilization and cultures (Nice to Haves)
- A love for games especially titles similar to Flower, Journey or Sky! (Nice to Haves)
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Two Weeks Winter Break
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day
- Pet Insurance
- Compassionate leave for family care
- Pre-tax wellness stipend
- Pre-tax work from home stipend
- Access to savings plan (401K) with company match
- Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discount portal for everyday goods and services
- Employee inclusive and diversity initiatives such as Grow Together
- Support for personal professional development
















