Crytek is looking for a Senior Hard Surface Artist to join our art team in our Frankfurt, Germany based studio.

Sample pictures or portfolio link, which shows sample work are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work with Art Director and other artists to ensure consistency between vision and implementation of hard surface assets.
• Understand and follow style guides to guarantee the consistency of the game.
• Supervise and mentor junior artists on the team.
• Provide and accept direction.
• Explore new technologies on the given platforms to achieve best possible results.
• Work within inter-disciplinary teams of artists, designers and animators.
• Work together with our Research and Development department to improve workflow.
• Coordinate with other studio groups including animation and production to achieve project objectives.
• Complete all tasks in a timely manner and to a consistent high quality standard.
• Demonstrate a desire to learn and grow professionally.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in game development
• Last and/or current gen console experience
• Expert understanding of current game art processes, limitations and dependencies
• Strong knowledge of 3ds Max or Blender, Photoshop, Substance Painter and Zbrush
• Strong knowledge of common real-time game engines
• Established interpersonal and organizational skills
• The ability to manage and supervise mid-level and junior artists and willingness to carry out mentorship tasks.
• Ability to deliver and receive constructive feedback
• Good English communication and writing skills.
• Positive, problem-solving and team-oriented attitude.
• Be proactive and self-motivated, work without direct supervision.
• Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main area, Germany
• Heavy focus on Hard Surface art (Weapons, Vehicles, Props)
• Proficiency in high and low poly modeling
• Proficiency in Texturing, following PBR rules
• Strong technical skills (clean modeling / baking / UVs etc.)
• Strong artistic skills (Shapes / colors / proportions)
• Ability to create new and refine existing designs
• Keen eye for detail and realism

Pluses

• Experience with CRYENGINE
• Experience with procedural content creation
• Experience with Substance Designer
• Industrial design background
• Traditional painting skills
• Outsourcing experience

What you can expect from us

• A refreshing yet highly professional atmosphere in a diverse team.
• Flexible work time.
• Free public transportation ticket, which lets you use public transport free of charge 24/7.
• Supported German lessons for our employees
• Company language is English. Any additional language is a plus, but not a requirement.
• Extensive assistance with getting visa, work permits and communication with local authorities.
• Relocation support.
• A company apartment for your first few months and help in finding a private apartment
• ...and much more!