Senior Lighting Artist

OVERALL OBJECTIVE AND PURPOSE:

Under the guidance of Art Director, light the various exterior and interior environments; create, maintain and optimize post process effects.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Work with the Art Director and Technical Artists to develop and document a variety of lighting schemes, all fitting within the art style.

• Work with the texturing team to ensure materials are cohesive and work across all lighting schemes. 

• Work with the design team to ensure lighting enhances gameplay and storytelling. 

• Understand advantages and limitations of the technology, and develop strategies for maximizing performance.

• Optimize lighting schemes to meet performance specifications.

• Develop documentation and tutorials for technical process.

• Actively seek out and provide feedback within the lighting scope.

• Resolve lighting bugs.

• Keep up with the latest industry trends by investigating new techniques.

• Be a positive and creative force in the team.

• Perform other ad-hoc responsibilities as requested.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 7 years+ experience in game development, with at least 2 shipped AAA titles on consoles and/or PC.

• 3 years+ in a Lighting Artist role.

• Significant experience with Unreal 6 for game production.

• Comprehensive understanding of materials, PBR lighting for games.

• Able to present and defend work in a group setting.

• Understanding of the technical requirements of real-time content development.

• Understanding of game production methodologies.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• A solid grasp of traditional and digital art styles and techniques.