Senior Environment Artist

Job Description

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***This position has the flexibility to be fully remote***

Senior Environment Artist

Sony Bend Studio, renowned creator of Days Gone, Uncharted: Golden Abyss, and Syphon Filter, is seeking outstanding talent to join our passionate and creative family in crafting our next high-profile AAA console title.

We are seeking a Senior Environment Artist who will contribute to the artistic vision and development of a AAA product with a specialized focus on creating environment/level assets, utilizing a combination of traditional fine art and technical art skills.

Responsibilities and Functions:
• Create stunning organic and hard surface 3D models for an open world real-time game environment.
• Produce rich materials and shaders that complement and enhance the 3D models.
• Collaborate with the art and design teams to layout game areas which are engaging and visually inspiring.
• Work closely with the art director/manager and team leads to deliver and maintain the established art style.
• Troubleshoot and provide solutions to issues related to asset creation, performance, and technical requirements.
• Work well within the team environment and be able to initiate and lead other team members.
• Independently undertake research and information to ensure game design needs and artistic direction are met.
• Proactively stay up on new software, processes and industry trends and share the knowledge with the team.

Requirements & Skills:
• A strong portfolio illustrating proficiency as a Senior Environment Artist
• Advanced experience with real-time 3D packages such as Unreal, CryEngine, or Unity.
• Expert understanding of Maya/Max, Substance Designer/Painter, and Z-Brush/Mudbox.
• Solid experience generating PBR materials and shaders.
• Professional experience working on current generation games.
• Effective communicator with art staff, team leads, and other studio disciplines.
• Highly motivated and proactive, consistent productivity with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collaborate and contribute effectively in a team environment.
• 5+ years of experience in a game production environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

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Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g32pzx-18-191-181-231-42 in your application.