Environment Artist w/m/d

Description Position at DNEG As a Pipeline Assistant T echnical Director ( A TD) you will perform a variety of tasks to assist the Pipeline T echnical Directors (Pipeline TDs) to ensure the smooth running of the tools, software and workflows used on our award-winning VFX and Feature Animation shows. Y ou will be working closely with the Pipeline TDs to provide face-to-face support for artists. Our talented A TDs are highly technical and have an appetite for innovation. Y ou will be regularly required to: • provide technical advice and support for artists • monitor render farm, disk usage and file transfers between sites • contribute to testing and feedback for software releases from the R&D team • design and write Python tools and scripts for shows to use As well as being able to learn quickly on the job and use your aptitude for initiative to take on technical tasks when required, you will need to be an excellent communicator - your ability to accurately and succinctly communicate problems between technical developers and non-technical artists will help you thrive in this role. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your technical skills in an entry-level position and gain experience in the V isual E f fects industr y . Y ou will be exposed to every step of our pipeline and will be involved in the production of exceptional VFX and animation work on projects ranging from blockbuster epics to television dramas. This role opens up opportunities to progress through Double Negative ’ s Pipeline group as a Pipeline TD and Pipeline Superviso r , with potential opportunities in di f ferent specialisms and departments across the compan y . Must H ave • Experience with Linux • Good knowledge of Maya • Good Python scripting skills Nice to H ave • Previous work experience in V isual E f fects, Games or another related industry • Experience with a variety of DCC packages such as Houdini, Katana, Nuke or Clarisse • A degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics or related field W e would not be able to produce award-winning work without our Production T echnology department, which is committed to nurturing an inclusive, diverse and exciting workplace. Our technical directors have a variety of backgrounds and originate from a number of di f ferent countries, working across the globe at the forefront of technology in the industr y . About Us We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney). At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!

Environment Artists create the physical space where the players experience the game. The role is extremely versatile and a wide range of techniques and experiences are required. Due to the versatile and cross-disciplinary nature, they need to work extremely close with other crafts and have great communication and collaboration skills. At Embark we are constantly evolving our tools and workflows with the ambition of eliminating tedious and manual input. This in turn means the role of an Environment Artist constantly changes, with the Artist having to adapt to new tools, workflows, and mindset, as many traditional tasks move towards proceduralism and automation. As an Environment Artist at Embark we value multiple years of previous experience within game development, with a deep understanding of modelling, texturing, shaders, lighting and photogrammetry. Knowledge and interest within traditional arts, architecture, color theory, geography, geology, and other relevant fields is also highly valued. Example of responsibilities  Props placement, terrain sculpting, and creation of natural biome content 3D modelling, texturing and shader work Create mood board and collect reference material to reach the direction presented by directors Work with photogrammetry and attend photogrammetry reference trips Play the game, participate in playtests and provide feedback Create plans for content production and workflows Work with and review content from relevant external partners We would love if you have Excellent visual skillset and deep artistic understanding and knowledge Minimum 5-7 years of relevant professional experience within the game industry A portfolio that showcases realistic game art Experience building vegetation is a plus Great understanding of the technical aspects of the game, memory and performance Follow directions and deliver to quality from a visual, gameplay and technical perspective Great communication and collaboration skills Great understanding of the the gameplay experience of the game Ability to deliver according to agreed time and budget constraints Estimate tasks and time, update plans, and deliver content to quality according to directions Be a role model, culture carrier and spokesperson for Embark This is an on-site role, and we are only considering candidates already residing in Sweden. At Embark we offer competitive salaries, passionate colleagues to share knowledge with and much more, but most of all we invite you to take part of a journey into the unknown, to build creative, surprising and beautiful experiences together. Be yourself at Embark and make games while doing so. Please apply with confidence. We can’t wait to hear from you (in English)!