Senior Environment Artist (12 month Contract)

Job Title: Senior 3D Environment Artist (12 month Contract)
Location: Hybrid (occasional in-office presence required)
Contract Type: 12-month Fixed-Term Contract

Overview: An opportunity has arisen for a talented and experienced Senior 3D Environment Artist to join our team and contribute to the development of an ambitious new project. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, composition, and an understanding of stylized environmental design. This role requires working closely with a team of artists to elevate game levels to the highest quality under the guidance of the Art Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and develop stylized, high-quality architectural and natural environments.
• Collaborate with the art team to ensure consistency with the overall artistic vision.
• Model, shade, and texture assets using Blender.
• Construct levels from start to completion with a comprehensive understanding of technical aspects.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of environment art pipelines and workflows.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience working on and completing at least two 3D game projects.
• Strong artistic ability with the adaptability to various styles.
• Proficiency in Blender for modeling, shading, and texturing.
• Solid technical knowledge of level construction and game engine workflows.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced experience with Adobe Substance and pipeline tools is advantageous.
• Experience with AAA titles and PlayStation 5 development is a plus.

Other Considerations:

• Candidates must be prepared to work as a limited company or sole trader.
• The role requires one day per week or monthly visits to the studio as part of a hybrid working arrangement.
• Potential for an extension or permanent placement after the initial contract period.