Lead Lighting Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead Lighting Artist (Gamedev): Driving the overall lighting direction for a game project, implementing static and dynamic lighting solutions using Unreal Engine with an accent on translating stylized concept art into compelling, production-ready lighting. Focus on managing and mentoring other lighting artists, balancing artistic goals with technical performance and optimization requirements.

Location: Hybrid in Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Salary: $145,000 – $160,000

Company

hirify.global is creating the future of interactive entertainment across platforms and genres.

What you will do

• Drive the overall lighting direction for the project in collaboration with the Art Director.
• Implement both static (baked) and dynamic lighting solutions using Unreal Engine.
• Translate stylized concept art into compelling, production-ready lighting.
• Manage, mentor, and provide feedback to other lighting artists to maintain consistency and quality.
• Collaborate with environment, materials, and VFX teams to achieve cohesive visual storytelling.
• Balance artistic goals with technical performance and optimization requirements.

Requirements

• 5+ years of proven experience as a Lead or Senior Lighting Artist on multiple shipped titles.
• Expert knowledge of Unreal Engine lighting tools, including an emphasis in Lightmass.
• Strong understanding of composition, color theory, and atmosphere in real-time environments.
• Experience working with physically based rendering (PBR) and stylized art pipelines.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to guide and inspire a team.
• Strong problem-solving and optimization skills, with a focus on performance across multiple platforms.

Culture & Benefits

• Craft games that challenge expectations and inspire players.
• Teams are empowered to take ownership, openly share ideas, and push the boundaries of what’s possible.
• Every project is built with core values, turning bold visions into experiences that resonate with fans around the world.