Lighting Artist (remote)

What are you working on?

• The name of the project(s): The Sinking City 2
• Platforms: PC, Console

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

• Create and implement dynamic, realistic, and stylized lighting solutions within Unreal Engine;

• Enhance the narrative and emotional impact of environments through lighting, ensuring consistency with the overall artistic direction; 

• Work closely with the technical art team to optimize lighting setups for performance without compromising visual quality;

• Work with level designers, environment artists, and the art director to ensure lighting complements the overall game design and visual style;

• Identify and resolve lighting issues that may arise during production, including addressing performance bottlenecks;

• Develop and maintain tools and workflows that streamline the lighting process;

• Create and maintain documentation for lighting guidelines and implementation techniques;

What kind of professional are we looking for?

• 2+ years of experience as a Lighting Artist;

• Proficiency in Unreal Engine's lighting tools and techniques, including dynamic lighting, volumetric effects, and post-processing;

• Strong understanding of light, color, shadow, and their impact on mood and storytelling; 

• Ability to work with precision, ensuring consistency across all lighting elements in a scene; 

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team; 

• Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex lighting issues in a real-time environment;

• A portfolio or demo reel that demonstrates a keen eye for detail and the ability to use light, shadow, and color to create a variety of tones and moods;

• Strong art fundamentals and eye for composition;

• Strong level of English.

Will be a plus:

• Experience with other game engines or rendering software;

• Familiarity with scripting or blueprints within Unreal Engine.

Why do we enjoy working here?

• Work either in an office near the “Pochaina” metro station, equipped with a power generator, or fully remotely;

• 20 working days of vacation per year;

• 10 paid sick days per year;

• Large, active, and friendly team;

• Opportunities for professional growth and trying new things;

• Work in a well-known Ukrainian game studio.

The selection process

• CV/Portfolio review

• HR screen

• Technical interview

• Test task

• Managerial interview

• Offer