Principal Environment Artist

Summary

Join Digital Extremes as a Principal Environment Artist and help bring the enchanting world of Soulframe to life. You will create visually stunning and immersive environments using a proprietary engine across multiple platforms. Your expertise in art theory and modern DCC applications will be crucial in shaping the game's visual identity. A strong portfolio showcasing your high-fantasy work is essential. The ideal candidate thrives in an agile environment and possesses a keen understanding of efficient production techniques. You will collaborate with a team, provide and receive feedback, and mentor less experienced artists. This role requires significant experience in the video game industry.

Requirements

• 7+ years previous experience in the video game industry
• A portfolio that demonstrates excellent modelling and a strong understanding of environment texturing workflows (IE: PBR, Designer, tiling/trim/hybrid trim/decal textures and similar)
• A strong understanding of modern DCC apps (Designer, medium poly and sub-d modeling, Painter, etc.)
• Strong lighting skills and experience creating normal maps and applying shaders
• Above average ability to model, texture, and optimize props and assets for a state of the art next-gen game engine
• Possess exemplary oral and written communication skills
• University degree in visual arts with specialization in graphic design, commercial art, graphic communications or cartooning OR completion of a college diploma program in graphic art OR Equivalent experience
• A solid ability to optimize your models
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Utilize your advanced traditional art skills and expertise with the latest DCC applications to create high-quality 3D models
• Develop game-ready art assets, including modeling, texturing, and UV mapping, with guidance from the Lead Artists and Art Directors
• Stay aligned with the project’s vision, maintaining a deep understanding of the art and story of Soulframe
• Contribute innovative and original ideas toward all art aspects of the game’s production and development
• Actively participate in the feedback loop including accepting feedback from and providing feedback within the art team as required staying current on the scope and understanding of the project
• Coordinate with Production and the team on the generation and supply of marketing assets as defined by the schedule
• Multitask effectively, prioritize competing demands, and following through on details
• Support and mentor other artists who are less experienced and require more direction
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• An excellent understanding of efficient techniques for game production, traditional art background or experience, strong composition skills, and a sense of colour theory
• Have a genuine interest and enthusiasm for Soulframe

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential bonus opportunities
• Excellent benefits and paid time off
• Matching RRSP or Simple IRA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Virtual access to Dialogue or Magellan, our mental wellness and healthcare services app
• Professional development and career support
• Work-life balance wellness subsidies
• Be part of “Giving Back” through a multitude of fundraising venues at DE
• Employee events and team building exercises