Lead Lighting Artist (GameDev)

TL;DR

Lead Lighting Artist (GameDev): Leads the lighting team to deliver high-quality, emotionally engaging cinematic lighting for the Cyberpunk franchise with an accent on maintaining artistic vision and optimizing real-time lighting performance. Focus on pipeline development, technical problem-solving, and mentoring a team of artists for AAA titles.

Location: Requires working in Boston, US, in a hybrid or full-time in-office capacity.

Salary: $143,000 – $218,500 USD annually

Company

hirify.global is a company focused on creating revolutionary, story-driven RPGs that captivate gamers.

What you will do

• Lead and manage the Lighting Team to deliver high-quality, emotionally engaging cinematic lighting.
• Collaborate with Art Director and other disciplines to maintain artistic vision and support gameplay, cinematics, and environments.
• Ensure lighting solutions are performant and within technical budgets, leading by example on lighting tasks.
• Lead the development of the Lighting pipeline for efficient team workflow.
• Actively participate in technical problem-solving and tool development for real-time lighting.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in the video games industry, including at least one shipped AAA title.
• Proven experience as a Lead Lighting Artist, with a track record of mentoring and developing talent.
• Deep knowledge of performance and optimization for real-time lighting.
• Solid understanding of PBR concepts and real-time rendering techniques.
• Excellent knowledge of Unreal Engine 5.
• A portfolio demonstrating deep knowledge of core artistic principles such as color theory and composition, as well as the ability to convey emotion and tell stories through light.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, mental), free mental health support, and paid leave (26 vacation, 10 sick, 12 holidays).
• 401K with employer matching, Gym Membership Reimbursement, and Menstrual leave.
• Flexible working hours and professional growth opportunities through internal workshops, lectures, and e-learning classes.
• Dog-friendly office and a truly international working environment.
• RED Parents Network provides support for working parents, including childcare benefits.