Job Profile : Environment Artist

As posted by Midway Studios

Description:
Midway - Studios Austin is seeking several experienced Environment Artists to work with an experienced team creating new worlds for groundbreaking Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC titles.

Responsibilities

# Model, texture, and polish interior & exterior architecture and world objects based on conceptual artwork and reference photography.
# Work together with the lead artist and other team members to create amazing, gameplay focused environments.
# Incorporate the feedback from your leads & peers to make requested changes in a positive and constructive way.
# Participate in meetings, reviews, and planning as part of effective communication with the team.

Requirements:
# AA/BFA preferred; or a portfolio that demonstrate an industry standard level of art.
# The ideal candidate has shipped at least one title; preferably on PS2 / Xbox or both. (1st or 3rd person games a plus.)
# Familiarity with Maya & Photoshop and a high capacity to learn new procedures & tools.
# Traditional art skills and creativity a must.
# Familiarity with Epic’s Unreal Engine, normal map creation, and next-gen content creation a bonus.
# A passion for making & playing great games.