Outsource Expert Artist - Environment

In this foundational role, you will play a crucial part in developing a world-class pipeline, facilitating seamless collaboration between external vendors and internal teams. You will also be responsible for reviewing work quality and expanding your team.

We value every voice on the team, open communication, and transparency. We run a studio based on mutual respect and kindness among all team members and at all levels. If this sounds like the type of team you’d like to be a part of, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

Planning a robust External Development pipeline from the ground up - workflows, software solutions, etc.

Working with Directors, Leads, and Producers to create an outsource strategy.

Collaborate with our procurement staff in finding and vetting outsource partners.

Training of vendors in our workflows and performance standards.

Providing artistic and technical feedback to external partners via documentation and direct communication.

Integrating approved assets into the game engine as necessary.

Modeling and texturing assets which fit the established style of the game.

Setting up materials and shaders to achieve the best possible quality.

Reviewing and/or creating briefs from internal teams to ensure they meet the needs of vendors.

Cooperating effectively with other artists and designers and ensuring good practices within internal and external teams.

Providing the team with clear and transparent progress status regarding the ongoing work.

Maintaining the production pipeline and meeting deadlines

Qualifications

At least 8 years of experience working in the video game industry as an Environment Artist.

Shipped at least one AAA title.

Proficiency with modern, standard development packages.

Experience with Unreal Engine 5.

Good knowledge of composition, color theory and lighting.

Basic knowledge of physically based rendering (PBR).

Experience with procedural content creation packages (Substance, Houdini) is a plus.

Solid portfolio demonstrating expertise.

An excellent eye for detail.

Able to deliver and receive feedback in a productive and accountable manner.

Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.

Avid and passionate gamer.

Fluent English (both written and spoken).