OVERALL OBJECTIVE AND PURPOSE:

Under the guidance of Art Director, light the various exterior and interior environments; create, maintain and optimize post process effects.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

- Work with the Art Director and Technical Artists to develop and document a variety of lighting schemes, all fitting within the art style.

- Work with the texturing team to ensure materials are cohesive and work across all lighting schemes.

- Work with the design team to ensure lighting enhances gameplay and storytelling.

- Understand advantages and limitations of the technology, and develop strategies for maximizing performance.

- Optimize lighting schemes to meet performance specifications.

- Develop documentation and tutorials for technical process.

- Actively seek out and provide feedback within the lighting scope.

- Resolve lighting bugs.





- Keep up with the latest industry trends by investigating current techniques.

- Be a positive and creative force in the team.

- Perform other ad-hoc responsibilities as requested.

REQUIREMENTS:

- 7 years+ experience in game development, with at least 2 shipped AAA titles on consoles and/or PC.

- 3 years+ in a Lighting Artist role.

- Significant experience with Unreal 6 for game production.

- Comprehensive understanding of materials, PBR lighting for games.

- Able to present and defend work in a group setting.

- Understanding of the technical requirements of real-time content development.

- Understanding of game production methodologies.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

- A solid grasp of traditional and digital art styles and techniques.

📌 Senior Lighting Artist (Canada)
🏢 Piranha Games
📍 Canada