Junior Environment Artist Job at Climax Studios (Portsmouth)

Junior Environment Artist

Climax is one of the leading creative lights of independent games development wi...

Location

United Kingdom , Edinburgh

Salary:

Not provided

Climax Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solid experience creating realistic style props, substance material and texture creation
Creative and self motivated
Strong and versatile modelling skills
Experience using Maya
Experience using Substance
Experience using Blender
Extremely quality oriented
Some experience setting up LOD's
Strong verbal, written and visual communication skills
An artistic education to at least graduate level

Job Responsibility

Create optimized props, collision and LOD's to aid performance
Create AAA PBR materials and textures using Substance
Critique and iterate in a group
Follow and recreate established art styles
Reliably demonstrate an aptitude for the platform technology, asset discipline and pipeline processes

What we offer

Excellent holiday package
Regular social events
A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
Ongoing training and development, with career progression
Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Dental Insurance
Group Income Protection
Company Pension Scheme

Fulltime

Junior Environment Artist

We are looking for an multi-talented UK based Junior Environment Artist with the...

Location

United Kingdom , Liverpool

Salary:

Not provided

Climax Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solid experience creating realistic style props, substance material and texture creation
Creative and self motivated
Strong and versatile modelling skills
Experience using Maya
Experience using Substance
Experience using Blender
Extremely quality oriented
Some experience setting up LOD's
Strong verbal, written and visual communication skills
An artistic education to at least graduate level

Job Responsibility

Create optimized props, collision and LOD's to aid performance
Create AAA PBR materials and textures using Substance
Critique and iterate in a group
Follow and recreate established art styles
Reliably demonstrate an aptitude for the platform technology, asset discipline and pipeline processes

What we offer

Excellent holiday package
Regular social events
A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
Ongoing training and development, with career progression
Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Dental Insurance
Group Income Protection
Company Pension Scheme

Fulltime

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Senior Environment Artist

Climax is one of the leading creative lights of independent games development wi...

Location

United Kingdom , Edinburgh

Salary:

Not provided

Climax Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 4+ years of experience in console development with at least 2 shipped titles
Effective visual and verbal communication skills when directing internal or external teams or individuals
Excellent resource management and judgement
Comfortable liaising with and presenting to clients in an authoritative and professional manner
Someone who is self-motivated, friendly, gregarious with attention to detail and a passion for delivering the best possible game experience
Excellent at managing deadlines & budgets, with excellent time management skills
Experience developing and implementing solid art production pathways
The ability to find creative solutions when troubleshooting and assessing risks
A good understanding of cutting-edge artistic techniques and tools and the ability to implement them into current practical practices
Creative and self-motivated

Job Responsibility

Conceive, create and be a key part of the team in creating innovative experiences via artistic visuals for AAA titles

What we offer

Excellent holiday package
Regular social events
A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
Ongoing training and development, with career progression
Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Dental Insurance
Group Income Protection
Company Pension Scheme

Fulltime

Real-Time Environment Artist

We are looking for an artist who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

104300.00 - 136900.00 USD / Year

Disney

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3–5 years of relevant professional experience in game development, VFX, animation, virtual production, or a related field, with shipped titles or comparable completed productions
A strong foundation in traditional or digital art, with a particular emphasis on landscapes, interiors, environmental composition, and visual storytelling
Strong 3D modeling and texturing skills using Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, or equivalent software
Proficiency with Photoshop and 3D painting tools such as Substance Painter or equivalent software
Experience using a real-time engine such as Unreal Engine or Unity
Familiarity with environment-art workflows such as terrain or landscape editing, material setup, LOD creation, asset optimization, foliage tools, and scene assembly
Experience taking environments from early blockout through final polish and real-time engine integration
A solid understanding of PBR workflows, materials, textures, and lighting
Strong understanding of form, shape, structure, silhouette, scale, proportion, color, and detail
Experience with sculpting software such as ZBrush or Mudbox

Job Responsibility

Create a wide range of believable real-time 3D assets, props, and environments from concept art, photographic reference, and creative direction
Create and maintain both organic and hard-surface environment assets, materials, and textures
Build blocking geometry for initial environment layouts and develop environments from early blockout through final art implementation
Maintain a consistent visual standard throughout the development process, from initial blockout through final polish and delivery
Model, texture, assemble, edit, and set dress detailed 3D environments in a real-time engine
Apply materials and lighting to support the intended mood, visual storytelling, and creative goals of each environment
Process and clean up photogrammetry assets for integration into real-time environments
Test content in builds and proactively identify visual, performance, or integration issues affecting the quality of the environment
Tune and optimize assets and environments to meet the visual-quality, performance, memory, and run-time requirements of the project
Actively participate in the QA process to identify and fix bugs

What we offer

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Fulltime

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Lead Lighting Technical Director

Lead Lighting Technical Directors are responsible for producing high-quality lig...

Location

India , Mumbai

Salary:

Not provided

Disney

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics or equivalent or previous professional experience in a related field
Experience of real-world lighting and photography
Demonstrable advanced Lighting and Rendering experience within a VFX environment
Previous experience performing Look Development tasks
Exhibits excellent listening and communication skills, able to receive direction and criticism
Demonstrates an excellent aesthetic eye, anticipates potential problems and uses knowledge of how to use the tools to achieve the desired look
Demonstrates the ability to help and teach more junior-level artists
Demonstrates the ability to prioritise tasks, manages time very well, provides everyone with accurate time estimates on shot task completion
Demonstrates excellent presentation/communication skills in dailies/shot review by clearly and briefly outlining what has been accomplished and what should be addressed next in a shot
Can write plug-ins, set-up sequences, debug simulations and write set up and Renderman surface shaders with proficiency

Job Responsibility

Analyze the colours and directions of all light sources in the real-world scene and replicate them in CG
Design and create the lighting and the look of computer generated objects and scenes
Responsible for the final CG scene assembly, lighting and rendering of very complex shots
Works closely with Lighting Supervisors and CG Supervisors to determine the best approach to solving CG challenges and developing the final look
Creates lighting set ups and/or works within current set ups
Creates efficient rendering set-ups in order to optimize render farm usage
Stays on schedule and meets set deadlines while maintaining the highest level of work quality
Ensures there is ongoing communication with Production and Lighting team regarding schedules and deadlines
Helps mentor Junior Artists within the Lighting/Look Development team

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Senior Pipeline TD

As a Senior Pipeline Technical Director, you play a critical role in designing, ...

Location

Canada , Vancouver

Salary:

80000.00 - 95000.00 CAD / Year

ICON Creative Studio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 5+ years of experience working in a technical or pipeline role in the animation, VFX, or gaming industry, with at least 3+ years in a senior or lead capacity
Strong proficiency in Python, with experience writing clean, scalable, and maintainable code
Deep understanding of animation and/or VFX pipelines, including data flow across departments
Proven experience developing pipeline tools and improving production workflows
Solid understanding of software development principles, including design patterns and SOLID practices
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex production environments
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced production setting
Experience mentoring or guiding other developers or technical artists

Job Responsibility

Design, develop, and maintain pipeline tools and workflows to support production efficiency and scalability
Analyze and troubleshoot pipeline issues, implementing solutions that minimize disruption to production
Evaluate production requests and technical issues, prioritizing and delivering effective solutions
Collaborate with Artists, Supervisors, Production, and IT to align pipeline functionality with production needs
Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and propose systemic changes to enhance efficiency
Contribute to long-term pipeline strategy, including research and implementation of new technologies
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established development standards
Participate in code reviews, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices
Mentor and support junior and intermediate Pipeline TDs
Maintain and improve documentation for tools, workflows, and systems

What we offer

Direct deposit
Generous benefits package
Continuous learning opportunities
Mentorship

Fulltime

New

Senior Rigging Artist

The Senior Rigging Artist role is the pinnacle of expertise in our animation pro...

Location

Canada , Vancouver

Salary:

80730.00 CAD / Year

ICON Creative Studio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Have at least 5 years of related experience
Expert knowledge of Maya
Strong Python knowledge is required
Proficient knowledge of version control systems like GIT
Strong understanding of human & animal anatomy
Strong understanding of kinematics for both organic anatomy & mechanical systems
Experience delivering tasks under deadlines
Experience in an episodic production or feature animation environment
Proficient with Cloth & Hair tools

Job Responsibility

Tackle the most challenging rigging tasks on the show, showcasing a depth of expertise in solving complex rigging problems
Set and maintain the highest standards for rigging quality, influencing and elevating the overall output of the rigging team
Provide guidance and assistance to Mid and Junior Rigging artists, helping them navigate technical challenges and fostering their professional growth
Act as a mentor, sharing your wealth of knowledge and experience to enhance the skills of the entire rigging team
Write and maintain scripts for the rigging department and specific show requirements, contributing to the development of tools that optimize workflow efficiency
Demonstrate technical leadership by staying ahead of industry trends, adopting new technologies, and contributing to the department's technical evolution
Work autonomously on complex tasks, demonstrating the ability to handle difficult rigging challenges with minimal supervision
Exhibit a proactive and self-driven approach to problem-solving, ensuring the timely and successful resolution of technical issues
Actively participate in all necessary meetings, ensuring punctuality and contributing valuable insights to the decision-making process
Foster a positive and collaborative work environment by maintaining politeness, respect, and openness to comments and criticism in all interactions

What we offer

Direct deposit
Generous benefits package
Continuous learning opportunities
Mentorship
Flexibility
Autonomy
Supportive workplace culture

Fulltime

New

Character Modeler

ILM Mumbai studios leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed ...

Location

India , Mumbai

Salary:

Not provided

Disney

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 5 years experience as a modeler or role with equivalent level of responsibility in VFX film
Expert in Maya and Zbrush
Demonstrated ability to model a variety of complex 3D objects
Sound familiarity with shape deformation tools
Communicates well with other production artists and production management
Accurately bid and schedule model builds
Ability to lead and mentor junior modelers
Ability to adapt to and develop new techniques
Sets a high standard for all modelers
Excellent time management skills

Job Responsibility

Build complex character models including creature, digidoubles with minimal supervision and art direction
Incorporate technical expertise, artistic ability, and a basic understanding of animation and anatomy
Work with the team (Technical Directors, Supervisors and Animators) to determine the 'look' for an object
Work with production management to ensure they hit deadlines and deliveries
Build the geometry of computer graphic models, with an understanding of how the geometry will be used in the production process
Perform other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation

Fulltime

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