Vehicle Lead Artist - Gameloft Madrid
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Interested in working for an exciting company that is redefining the way people play video games? Interested in working for a world class company in a fun, and rewarding environment in Madrid? Then Gameloft is the company for you!
Gameloft Madrid is currently seeking experienced 3D artists specialized in vehicles and hard-surface modeling to create in-game models of racing cars for a high-profile game project. The Madrid based development studio has consistently created high quality, critically acclaimed games for mobile platforms and is now expanding.
Responsibilities:
Create 3D models for vehicles, level props, and character weapons in both low- and high-polygon counts, depending on the project.
Create textures for modelled material using diffuse, specular and normal maps, and use good UV lay out distribution to maximize quality.
Understand respect the identity and techniques of the project as established by the Art and Technical Directors.
Implement models using shaders and commercial or custome real-time lighting solutions for models to be used both in games and in cinematics.
Create assets used for art direction and gameplay prototypes.
Work directly with the programming and game design teams in the implementation process to ensure optimal use of polygons, shaders and textures.
Clearly document workflow process and communicate to Art team
Review and assess deliverables from Vehicle artists
Overlook quality of outsource car assets if and when required
Requirements:
>5 years of experience in video game production, and at least 2 as Vehicle Artist.
Passion for car racing games.
High proficiency in 3D Studio Max and Photoshop.
Mastery of mesh topology optimization techniques.
Experience in high-polygon counts.
Experience in both modelling and texturing detailed hard surface props and intricate mechanical elements.
Able to approach and manage mesh detail, lighting and shading techniques effectively in both high-polygon and low-polygon environments.
Able to optimize low-polygon or mid-low-polygon models while taking aesthetic and technical considerations into account.
Passion for car racing games.
Excellent level of English.
Assets:
Affinity for a realistic 3D art style.
Experience in high-polygon sculpting (ZBrush,Mudbox,etc).
Background as a technical artist a major asset.
*All qualified candidates will be asked to take a skills assessment test
Benefits:
Opportunity to learn in a professional environment with people who have a passion for creating video games!
Open working climate with young, dynamic teams from around the world, which offers daily contact with other countries & cultures.
Salary based upon experience and merit.
Permanent contract, full-time job, flexible schedule and social benefits.
Career Progression and Development Opportunities.
Excellent local working conditions (quality of offices, geographical location of office in the center of Madrid)
Relocation support.
To apply:
Interested applicants should send their CV in English, Cover Letter and Portfolio if applicable to: recruitment.madrid@gameloft.com with reference Vehicle Lead Artist
Gameloft Madrid is currently seeking experienced 3D artists specialized in vehicles and hard-surface modeling to create in-game models of racing cars for a high-profile game project. The Madrid based development studio has consistently created high quality, critically acclaimed games for mobile platforms and is now expanding.
Responsibilities:
Create 3D models for vehicles, level props, and character weapons in both low- and high-polygon counts, depending on the project.
Create textures for modelled material using diffuse, specular and normal maps, and use good UV lay out distribution to maximize quality.
Understand respect the identity and techniques of the project as established by the Art and Technical Directors.
Implement models using shaders and commercial or custome real-time lighting solutions for models to be used both in games and in cinematics.
Create assets used for art direction and gameplay prototypes.
Work directly with the programming and game design teams in the implementation process to ensure optimal use of polygons, shaders and textures.
Clearly document workflow process and communicate to Art team
Review and assess deliverables from Vehicle artists
Overlook quality of outsource car assets if and when required
Requirements:
>5 years of experience in video game production, and at least 2 as Vehicle Artist.
Passion for car racing games.
High proficiency in 3D Studio Max and Photoshop.
Mastery of mesh topology optimization techniques.
Experience in high-polygon counts.
Experience in both modelling and texturing detailed hard surface props and intricate mechanical elements.
Able to approach and manage mesh detail, lighting and shading techniques effectively in both high-polygon and low-polygon environments.
Able to optimize low-polygon or mid-low-polygon models while taking aesthetic and technical considerations into account.
Passion for car racing games.
Excellent level of English.
Assets:
Affinity for a realistic 3D art style.
Experience in high-polygon sculpting (ZBrush,Mudbox,etc).
Background as a technical artist a major asset.
*All qualified candidates will be asked to take a skills assessment test
Benefits:
Opportunity to learn in a professional environment with people who have a passion for creating video games!
Open working climate with young, dynamic teams from around the world, which offers daily contact with other countries & cultures.
Salary based upon experience and merit.
Permanent contract, full-time job, flexible schedule and social benefits.
Career Progression and Development Opportunities.
Excellent local working conditions (quality of offices, geographical location of office in the center of Madrid)
Relocation support.
To apply:
Interested applicants should send their CV in English, Cover Letter and Portfolio if applicable to: recruitment.madrid@gameloft.com with reference Vehicle Lead Artist