Environment Art Lead

Epic Games • Cary, NC

304d

About The Position

Epic is looking for an experienced Environment Art Lead to work with our environment team on projects under the Fortnite IP. You will lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary artists to create and maintain the Environmental vision for the game. You will need a balance of technical capability, creative thinking, and the strong ability to lead a team in the development of content for our POIs, Biomes, and prop sets. Working closely with the Environment Art Director, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the artistic direction of the world, conducting reviews, providing feedback to the team, collaborating with Design Leads, all while holding the highest quality standards.

Requirements

• An online portfolio of previous professional and personal work (please provide any needed passwords on your Resume)
• Strong understanding of the Environment Art processes for games; architecture, and the integration of natural and manmade environments
• Strong understanding of Unreal Engine (UE5) and a variety of DCC tools, including various 3D packages, Substance Designer and Painter, Zbrush
• Experience working with internal concept and development teams, whether local, remote, or external vendors
• Experience working with both Level and Game Designers around core game loops
• Deep understanding of what makes for an engaging player experience
• Understanding of performance and optimization, and smart approaches to maximizing asset reuse
• Deep knowledge of the technical aspects of game art creation, including art fundamentals, lighting, composition, art styles, and color theory
• Experience as a Lead overseeing a large art development team with an ability to mentor and promote continued growth
• A highly organized individual who has experience working with Production to appropriately scope tasks

Nice To Haves

• Experience shipping games on multiple platforms, mobile is a plus

Responsibilities

• Be highly creative - ideate and help drive the Seasonal Art Direction forward
• Work with Discipline Leads and Outsource partners to keep team momentum moving forward while you deliver engaging player experiences
• Lead the development of a group of Environment Artists and Level Designers, helping identify great ideas as you steer them through the production pipeline
• Implement the high-level goals of Environment Art Direction; help guide artists and implementation toward shipping
• Ensure the core narrative goals and visual pillars of the game are being achieved
• In conjunction with the Art Director, deliver constant feedback to a fast-moving team
• Represent the Art Director when necessary in meetings and discussions

Benefits

• 100% of the premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your dependents
• Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k with competitive match
• Robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, providing free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents
• Company-wide paid breaks and events throughout the year
• Unlimited PTO and sick time
• Paid sabbatical for individuals recognized for 7 years of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior