About the Role
The candidate will be responsible for shaping the visual atmosphere of game scenes using lighting and shading techniques, ensuring artistic consistency and technical performance across platforms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement lighting setups for interior and exterior environments
- Collaborate with art and design teams to achieve desired mood and visual storytelling
- Optimize lighting solutions for performance on target hardware
- Integrate dynamic and baked lighting systems within the game engine
- Troubleshoot visual artifacts and technical limitations in real-time rendering
- Ensure consistency with the project’s artistic direction and color language
- Work with level artists to enhance spatial readability through light
- Support the creation of time-of-day and weather-based lighting variations
- Develop and maintain lighting documentation and best practices
- Contribute to asset review and iteration based on feedback
Nice to Have
- Experience with high dynamic range lighting and global illumination
- Background in cinematic or real-time cutscene lighting
- Knowledge of pipeline tools for automated lighting processes
- Familiarity with photogrammetry-based environments
- Previous work on open-world or narrative-driven titles
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience and location
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with flexible office and remote options
Team
Integrated into a multidisciplinary art team focused on high-quality game production
What We Offer
- A creative and supportive work environment with room for artistic input
- Opportunities for professional development and skill growth
- Modern office with ergonomic workspaces and gaming areas
- Regular team events and studio celebrations
- Access to cutting-edge hardware and software tools
Application Process
- Please submit a resume and portfolio showcasing relevant lighting work
- Include examples of in-game lighting and before/after comparisons if available
- Applications without portfolios will not be considered
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a technical interview
- Final stage includes a practical lighting task based on sample scenes
Possible support for relocation and work permits
