Junior 3D Environment Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Junior 3D Environment Artist (Gamedev): Creating photorealistic assets for AAA projects with an accent on PBR pipeline and real-time optimization. Focus on high-poly to low-poly workflows, texturing, and ensuring asset performance in game engines.

Location: Poland

Company

hirify.global is a QA and 3D team specializing in game development and quality assurance.

What you will do

• Create photorealistic assets that meet the standards of modern AAA projects.
• Prepare and optimize assets for game engines to ensure correct real-time performance.
• Collaborate closely with technical artists and game designers.
• Develop and configure materials, tiles, and decals.
• Work with high-poly photogrammetric objects.
• Perform performance optimization and bug fixing for 3D assets.

Requirements

• Relevant higher education or at least 1 year of experience as a 3D artist.
• Basic understanding of low-poly and high-poly creation (Blender, Maya, ZBrush, 3ds Max).
• Understanding of the PBR pipeline, UV mapping, and baking maps (Normal, AO).
• Proficiency in texturing with Substance Painter.
• Experience collaborating with artists, designers, and technical specialists.
• English: Basic level required.

Nice to have

• Experience with Unreal Engine or Unity.
• A strong, high-quality professional portfolio.
• Advanced knowledge of ZBrush.
• Basic knowledge of level art and lighting.
• Previous experience working within game development companies.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on real game projects from day one.
• Fast-paced growth environment with a clear development path.
• Hands-on experience and support without excessive theory.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.