Lead 3D Environment Artist

We are seeking an experienced Lead 3D Environment Artist to guide our team in crafting stunning stylized sci-fi worlds. In this role, you’ll collaborate with artists, designers, and leads, driving the creation of immersive environments while setting the bar for quality and consistency.
Join us to lead a talented team and shape the future of our vibrant, futuristic game settings!

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of high-quality 3D environments with a stylized aesthetic, maintaining visual consistency and high standards across the project.
• Collaborate closely with the Art Director, Level Art Lead, Level Design Lead, and 2D Artists to translate concepts into vibrant 3D worlds.
• Oversee the full-stack asset delivery process, including:
  1. High-poly and low-poly modeling
  2. Retopology, UV mapping, baking, and texturing
  3. Creation of collision meshes, mask work, and implementation in the game engine.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize technical and artistic documentation, ensuring clear guidelines and best practices for team members.
• Identify and implement improvements in pipelines and workflows to enhance productivity and streamline processes across the team.
• Actively participate in team discussions, contributing creative ideas and solutions to enhance the quality of the environments.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role within the gaming industry, with a portfolio showcasing stylized 3D environments.
• Proven experience working on sci-fi styled projects, with an ability to design and implement immersive, futuristic settings.
• Expertise in creating assets from high-poly to low-poly, UV unwrapping, baking, and texture creation.
• Proven experience with asset implementation within a game engine.
• Ability to work with and optimize technical and art documentation for team use.
• Strong collaboration skills and experience working with cross-functional teams, including Art Director and other department Leads.
• A passion for stylized graphics and a deep understanding of creating environments that capture the essence of worlds like Overwatch.

Will Be a Plus

• Experience with pipeline optimization and tools that improve workflow efficiency.
• Knowledge of modular environment techniques.
• Strong understanding of lighting and its impact on stylized environments.

We offer:

• An innovative project with no analogs on the market.
• Competitive salary and remote work.
• Flexible work schedule from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (GMT+04:00), with flexible breaks.
• 20 paid vacation days and 5 sick leave days.
• An inspiring startup atmosphere with motivated and passionate colleagues.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive team ready to help and share their expertise.

Welcome to Farcana, a leading name in the AAA shooter gaming industry!

As a member of our dynamic and passionate team of 140+ employees, you will be part of a movement in general with the main goal of redefining gaming experiences for millions across the globe. Based in the vibrant city of Dubai, our company stands at the intersection of innovation, art, and technology, driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence. We're not just creating games; we're creating worlds. The main focus is on intricate gameplay, immersive storylines, and groundbreaking technology. Our team is the heart of our mission, so ensuring that we`re attracting the industry's brightest minds. Together, as one unified team, we strive to build an environment where innovation thrives, creativity is celebrated, and every team member feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work.

Welcome to a world of limitless possibilities. Welcome to the board Farcana!

We invite you to submit your resume in English and seize the opportunity to become a part of our team! Your skills and talents could be the perfect fit for us. Don’t miss out - apply today!