Senior Lighting Artist (Remote or In-Office)

Department: Art

Location: Eugene, OR

Compensation: $87,000 - $104,000 / year

Description

The Sr. Lighting Artist will work closely with the Project Art Director to support the game's environment lighting. The Sr. Lighting Artist drives mood, clarity, and action with their approach. An understanding of both baked in lighting and real-time lighting is required for this role.

Day To Day

Responsibilities

• Create environment lighting for projects, as needed
• Work both independently and within a group on various projects
• Work with the Project Art Director to determine project requirements. Then research, develop, and implement in engine
• Work with Design to develop level flow, and other departments as needed
• Work closely with technical artists to develop new or improved techniques to enhance visual quality
• Stay up to date on current techniques and utilize the most relevant processes for each task
  
  

Skills Knowledge And Expertise

Must Haves

• Understanding of Maya and/or Max
• Unreal experience is required; familiarity with Unity also preferred
• Ability to create environment lighting using engine tools or plugins
• Ability to create lighting based on environment concepts in varying levels of completion
• Ability to light a scene to enhance and match the mood and impact in the game
• Ability to support design by lighting with gameplay in mind
• Ability to keep an organized and consistent schedule
• Strong communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders, including clients
• Ability to provide accurate time estimates for project planning
• Understanding of bug fixing and investigation
• Ability to help the art team find answers to difficult problems
• Ability to make visually impactful environment lighting and push the envelope
• Work effectively with other artists, designers, and engineers to achieve project goals
  
  

Nice-To-Have Skills

• Ability to do general 3D
• Ability to do a quick first pass of lighting
  
  

Education & Experience Required

• Any degree or certification in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience AND,
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
  
  

Materials Required

Candidate should provide a portfolio of art that they have created or directed on their resume. Depending on experience, an art test may be required.

What We Can Offer You

A Flexible Working Environment

Almost all of our roles allow for your choice of work location. We're happy to support our team no matter where they prefer to work: remote, in office, or hybrid.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401K with employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 20 Paid Company Holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Club Discounts
• Sports Team Sponsorship
• Annual Company Events
• Project Wrap Parties
  
  

A Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Pipeworks Studios recognizes the importance of creating an environment where all of our employees feel included and empowered to bring ideas to the the table. We value each employee's unique experiences and perspectives and recognize that it is both the smart and right thing to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization.

By diversifying our workforce, increasing equity, and ensuring that our individual differences are valued, we are better able to deliver an experience that reflects, inspires, and connects with our audience... because games are for everyone!

Pipeworks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

Go to Pipeworks.com to see some of our continued efforts and our latest Diversity Report.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in a job description. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications above.