We are seeking a Lead 3D Artist to join our team. The job will require working with the Art team to create cutting edge 3D assets for our new AAA IP.

Work closely with Designers, Concept Artists, and Art Directors to create man-made and natural objects, parts of levels, and playable scenery.

Leading, mentoring and inspiring a team of artists in topics such as: environment, props, vegetation.
Assigning task, estimating time, quality control, tech topics support.
Creating personal models as benchmarks.
Planning the production.
Iterating on certain designs in cooperation with the Concept Artists and Art Director.
Contribution to establishing the processes and pipelines: bringing to the table creative ideas and non-standard approach.
Research: software and new tech.
Leading and integration of outsource models.

A minimum of 2 years of experience in leading artists.
Superior eye for light, shade, color, and detail in creating texture maps.
An exceptional understanding of form, shape, structure, and silhouette.
Extensive knowledge of Maya/Max/Modo, Photoshop, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Baking Tools.
In-depth knowledge about the pipeline requirements of real-time game art.
Able to work creatively as part of a large or small group.
Take ownership and supervision of art assets through all pipeline stages.
Ability to directly manage, teach. and mentor other artists.
Participate in the interviewing and hiring process of artists.
Have shipped at least one AAA PC or console title in a similar position.
Excellent communication skills in English.

PREFERENCES

Knowledge of tools like Marvelous Designer, World Machine, Houdini, Speedtree, etc.
Knowledge of work automation tools (scripting, using special software).
Experience with Unity or Unreal.
Experience in creating materials in Substance Designer.
Passion for pushing the envelope in detailing organic art like creatures and nature environment assets.
Knowledge of architecture styles and manufacture principles.
A passion for games.

Lead 3D Artist NEW IP (relocate to Ukraine, Kyiv)