Level Artist

Job#: 1350723

Job Description:

Level Artist

Apex Systems is a global IT services provider, and our staffing practice has an opening for a Level Artist with 3+ years of environment/level art experience (with at least one shipped title) to place at our client, a Canadian Video Game Developer and Studio.

Client: Canadian Video Game Developer and Studio

Terms: 18-month contract

Location: Vancouver, BC - must be willing to come on-site full time or in hybrid capacity (hybrid = 3 days a week in studio)

Application Process: It is best to apply via the medium on which you are seeing this posting. If you encounter technical difficulties submitting your resume, please send a Word version of your resume to Ty Kurucz at [email protected]. Please reference Level Artist – 1350723.

Job Description:

We are seeking an inspiring, highly motivated Intermediate Level Artist. In this position you will be expected to partner with other members of the Level Art Team, the Level Design Team and other art disciplines to help make the artistic vision set out by art direction a reality. We are looking for a candidate that has shipped at least one title delivering visually stunning, high-quality levels and looking for a great opportunity to grow with our team.  

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality artwork work and maintain a strong understanding of current level art creation workflows and future industry trends
• Work closely with the Art Leads and other members of the Level Art team supporting the artistic vision laid out by art direction maintaining visual quality, consistency & level performance
• Partner with the Level Design Team working together to solve art/design challenges and ensuring levels are both playable and performant
• Work closely with the Environment Art Team providing them with detailed breakout sheets and communicating environment set requirements
• Using a positive style of communication working with the Production Team and Art Leads keeping them informed of any dependencies, blockers & cross department challenges
• Supporting the artistic vision laid out by art direction maintaining visual quality, consistency and level performance

Requirements:

• 3+ years of environment/level art experience with at least one shipped title
• Degrees or certifications required - Self-motivated, directed with strong time management skills that enable you to work well with deadlines
• A strong visual and technical understanding of level creation methods using Unreal Engine or similar game engine
• Strong working knowledge of Maya (preferred) or similar 3D modeling software, Substance, Photoshop and Z-brush etc.
• A portfolio with examples of high-quality environment & level artwork*

Interview Process

Two or three rounds of interviews

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