Remote Environmental Artist - Hell Let Loose

Environmental Artist - Hell Let Loose

📍Remote

We are building an ambitious and exciting new stand-alone, independent studio dedicated to the further development and on-going support of Hell Let Loose.

Hell Let Loose is a realistic, captivating, cooperative FPS game set in the throes of WWII available on PC, Xbox X|S, and PlayStation 5. With over 6 million players already, this is just the start for us…

Your Day-To-Day

• Model and texture modular environment kits using reference material and concept art
• Model hard-surface and organic hero props for use in the world
• Encourage creativity and participation from all team members
• Responsible for ensuring that assets follow the given art direction, are within the agreed production deadlines and conform to the required technical specifications
• Participate in feedback and planning sessions with the art team
• Support the sharing and documentation of best practices for art creation in collaboration with key stakeholders across departments
• Assist in the validation and optimisation of assets
• Ability to set dress areas with stories and believability
• Document art processes and establish a good working practice
• Collaborate and communicate daily and weekly during review sessions and meetings
• Keep up to date with the latest environment art trends and techniques
• Playtest the game with the team to see how the world assets are being implemented and to give general feedback on the game

What You'll Need

• Good proficiency in all aspects of 3D packages such as Max/Maya/Modo or ZBrush
• Excellent texturing skills in both Photoshop and Substance Painter
• Thorough knowledge of PBR workflows in Substance Painter/Designer, Quixel Mixer or similar
• Experience using current-generation game engines (e.g. UE4/UE5 or similar)
• A portfolio demonstrating AAA prop and environment modelling and texturing techniques, both high and low poly
• An understanding of realtime and baked lighting solutions
• Good proven record of world and set dressing
• Open and collaborative communication skills both verbal and written
• Proven ability to keep Leads and Creative Directors informed of progress and developments
• At least 2 years’ industry experience in a similar position
• A passion and hunger to make the best games

What's In It For You?

• Annual Bonus, pension matched up to 8%, Share Save Scheme and £1000 of free shares for all existing and new colleagues!
• Dedicated learning time - In addition to organised learning and conferences, you will have 6 days per year for self-directed learning.
• BUPA private medical insurance including cover for pre-existing conditions and BUPA Dental
• Work Anywhere! From home, via one of our 3 offices or a combination of the two.
• Game Console loans of up to £500, Game Keys, free use of arcade games, pool tables, Gaming competitions. Oh and look out for a range of treats sent to your home throughout the year celebrating Life at Team 17 and our successes!

The Interview Process

The interview process for the Environmental Artist role is made up of 3 stages:

• Stage 1 (15 minutes) – A quick chat with one of the TA team to run over brief experience and an overview of the role, along with answering any initial questions you have.
• Stage 2 (60 minutes) – A technical interview to understand more specifics around your experience in relation to the role.
• Stage 3 (45 minutes) – A final meeting with another senior member of the team to run over your future aspirations along with answering any questions you may have about the role or company.

Our average process takes around 2-3 weeks but we will always work around your availability. You will have the chance to speak to our recruitment team at various points during your process but if you do have any specific questions ahead of this please contact us on simon.halkyard@team17.com

Team17 is an equal opportunities employer with a commitment to building a diverse workforce, representative of the world we live and game in! Accessibility is at the heart of our games and we reflect that in how we operate as a business. We can provide suitable adjustments for during our recruitment processes from audio support to extra time on assessments. Should you require adjustments or flexible arrangements to interview, or take up a role at Team17, please let us know in the notes section of your application and be reassured that this will not affect your application.