Senior Artist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Develop engaging levels that align with the artistic vision of the directors and meet level design requirements.

• Collaborate effectively with teams in Concept Art, Character Art, Environment Art, Tech Art, Level Design, and Animation.

• Uphold artistic standards and quality throughout the production process.

• Construct world geometry and level layouts using Unreal Engine.

• Transform existing assets into innovative forms.

• Outline modules and levels while creating initial/proxy materials.

• Deliver work that adheres to specifications and maintains workflow pipelines within set deadlines.

• Model proxy assets to support game development.

• Engage in reviews and apply feedback from supervisors and colleagues.

• Contribute to research and development initiatives to investigate new techniques and enhance pipelines and workflows.

⛳️ Requirements

• A robust portfolio that demonstrates playable levels with custom geometry.

• Proficiency in industry-standard software for 3D modeling, including Maya, Max/3ds Max, Blender, ZBrush, Photoshop, or similar tools.

• Capability to artistically interpret concepts and creatively extend beyond initial ideas.

• Evidence of narrative set dressing skills.

• Strong grasp of traditional art principles and foundational design skills, including composition, layout, shape, form, texture, value, and color.

• Experience with Unreal Engine or comparable platforms.

• Comprehensive understanding of modular workflows.

• Proficiency in utilizing PBR shaders and normal maps.

• Openness to receiving and implementing constructive feedback.

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new artistic styles, methods, and workflows.

• Ability to collaborate with department leads and across various departments to overcome artistic and technical challenges.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

• At least 3 years of experience in AAA console/PC game development, including a minimum of 1 year with Unreal Engine.

• Preferred: traditional art skills in typography, color, and lighting; experience with Unreal 4/5; skills in environment modeling; background in level design.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package fully covered by PCF.

• Insurance company covers 100% of claims (up to $1000 per service annually, along with individual family coverage).

• Complete dental coverage, including major procedures.

• 4% RRSP matching before tax deductions, fully vested from day one.

• One paid week off during the Winter Holidays.

• 20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.

• Free virtual health and mental wellness sessions available for members and their dependents.

• Opportunities for personal development and the chance to work in a global environment.

• Collaborate within a creative team filled with passionate individuals.