Environment Artist

2 months ago

Warwickshire, United Kingdom Playground Games Full time

Description

Playground Games is looking for an Environment Artist to join our talented Forza Horizon team here in Leamington Spa. 

About us: 

As a premier first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and most of all fun. We are looking to expand our diverse team as we continue driving forward our BAFTA award-winning Forza Horizon franchise.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As an Environment Artist, you will be working with the Environment team to deliver the content required for creating the immersive environment of Forza Horizon. You will be responsible for creating consistently high-quality environment art and raising the bar for content in our game. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders, so communicating effectively is essential.

Our ideal candidate is an extraordinary Environment Artist who is passionate about their craft, skilled in 3d modelling, texturing, and scene composition and has the track record to prove it. 

This role based at our state-of-the-art facilities in Royal Leamington Spa. We have a hybrid work model in place with a minimum of 3 days a week in studio. Relocation assistance is available if required.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Work closely with Leads, Directors, and multi-disciplinary stakeholders to create visually stunning environments that meet gameplay needs.  You will develop and focus on at least one area of environmental asset creation, such as Hard Surface, Architecture, Geology, Foliage, Terrain, Roads, Composition or Materials. 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Experience in environment art development, demonstrated by an online portfolio.  Expertise in 3D modelling, texturing, and scene composition.  Strong understanding of the use of real-world reference.  Familiarity with industry-standard software like 3ds Max, Zbrush, Substance Suite, and Photoshop.  Strong knowledge of PBR techniques and asset authoring industry standards.  Excellent teamwork and communication skills. Ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, proactively address work-related issues, and a passion for learning and evolving as a professional. 

DESIRABLE (NOT REQUIRED):

Experience with procedural workflows such as the use of Houdini. Skills in photogrammetry and using scan data in your work. 

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