What are the responsibilities and job description for the 3D Environment Artist position at Monsters?
Overview
Founded in 2023, Millions of Monsters is all about game design innovation. We're inspired by games that raise the bar on gameplay, and we're wiring ourselves to be able to quickly discover innovative game ideas and successfully bring them to market. We're fully funded by all-star investors. Our team is highly passionate & enjoys working hard on games that inspire us!
Our first game is an innovative cross-platform PvP strategy game inspired by classic chess, and it has shown very positive results in early community playtesting. We're now hiring a 3D environment artist to work on stylized maps for the game
What you will achieve
You will be working with the Art Director to help create fantasy props and maps. You will : Collaborate with the team to come up with fun and exciting ideas that fit within the worlds we are creatingProduce high quality, stylized environment assets with hand painted textures then import game ready versions into UnityWork efficiently to produce high quality work within set timelinesWork with the Art Director to ensure style and quality consistency throughout the gameBe a proactive problem solver and contributor to ideas, meetings and the overall projectRegularly play the game with the team!Need to haveKnowledge of asset creation in Blender or MayaKnowledge of texture map techniques including normals and hand paintingBasic knowledge of Unity asset pipelinesGeneral understanding of color, lighting and compositionAbility to follow and accurately execute on given concept artDesire to learn new skills and techniquesAbility to communicate or express ideas through basic sketchesDesire to work and collaborate with other people in a physical locationPassion for playing and making great games!Nice to haveDrawing or concept art skills2 years of game industry experienceExperience with top down game art creationBroad range of gaming knowledgeWillingness to join in random office karaoke sessionsWhat we offer
Competitive salary based on experience level, with company equity packageReal studio culture with in-person work expectations in Austin (flexible schedule)Relocation budget to Austin if needed (negotiable)Competitive health, dental, vision, and life insurance15 days PTO holidays offDonuts
