3D Modeller Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

3D Modeller Artist (Gamedev): Creating optimized props, AAA PBR materials, and textures for high-quality game environments with an accent on realistic style and technical optimization. Focus on developing efficient LODs, collision meshes, and maintaining established art styles within a AAA pipeline.

Location: Based in Edinburgh, UK

Company

A leading independent games development studio with a portfolio of top published titles.

What you will do

• Create optimized props, collision, and LODs to ensure game performance.
• Develop AAA PBR materials and textures using Substance.
• Follow and recreate established art styles to maintain visual consistency.
• Collaborate through critique and iteration within a group setting.
• Implement assets according to platform technology and pipeline processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience creating realistic style props and Substance materials.
• Proficiency in Maya, Blender, and Substance.
• Must be based in the UK.
• Ability to set up LODs and optimize assets for performance.
• Artistic education to at least graduate level and a strong portfolio of realistic modeling.
• Strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with environment landscape creation and set dressing.
• Technical skills in real-time shader creation.
• Knowledge of environment lighting and scene composition.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including BUPA medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Financial security through a company pension scheme and income protection.
• Strong social culture with in-house clubs (board games, sports, D&D) and regular studio events.
• Professional growth through ongoing training and career progression.
• Practical perks like a cycle-to-work scheme and eye-care vouchers.