Job Description

thatgamecompany Inc. Is looking for Senior Environment Artists to join our team!

As a Senior Environment Artist, you will collaborate with the 3D Art team—including the Art Director, Art Leads, Concept Artists, and fellow 3D Artists—to create landscapes, environments, and models for an unannounced project. The ideal candidate understands that building environments goes beyond simply filling spaces with beautiful assets; it is an opportunity to help tell the story of the world players inhabit. If this resonates with you, we would love to have you join our team.

Demonstrating artistic skills with our 3D Art Test is required for this position.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Create landscapes using our own proprietary terrain system
• Create models and set dress these landscapes to support the narrative and gameplay
• Establish environmental lighting and atmosphere for new or existing levels
• Create environmental FX such as particles, god rays, fog, bloom, exposure, etc.
• Work closely with technical artists to create custom shaders
• Collaborate with project leads, concept artists, and designers
• Brainstorm ideas and create rapid prototypes during the concept phaseSupport the rest of the modeling team to create cosmetic and level content
• Assist other departments throughout the studio on environment or modeling needs

Must Haves:

• 5+ years of experience working in gamesProficient modeling skills in Maya or equivalent
• Strong sense of composition, lighting, and color theory
• Self-motivated, humble, and a team player
• Open-minded and great at handling criticism
• Passionate about creating unique and innovative 3D look

Nice to Haves:

• A passionate Sky player
• Ability to design gameplay levels and spaces
• Knowledgeable on ancient civilization and cultures
• A love for games especially titles similar to Flower, Journey or Sky!

Please submit a  resume and portfolio to be considered.

Perks:

• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Two Weeks Winter Break

• Employees and their dependents get medical, dental, and vision coverage, regardless of their level, tenure, or position within the company. Moreover, these benefits start on the first day of the job—there’s no waiting period before they kick in.

• Pet Insurance for those who need it too.

• Compassionate leave for employees who needs to take care of their family members• Pre-tax wellness stipend

• Pre-tax work from home stipend

• Access our savings plan (401K program) with company match

• Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Discount portal for everyday goods and services

• Employee inclusive and diversity initiatives such as Grow Together

• Support for personal professional development

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $170,000 USD annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company’s compensation practices.

Employees in this position are eligible to participate in the Company’s standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.

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