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Senior Environment Artist (Generalist)

Senior Environment Artist (Generalist)

Naughty DogSanta Monica, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA based studio is required.

For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I and II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic : The Heretic Prophet, and we’d love to find talented individuals to join us.

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.

We are looking for an experienced Environment Artist to help us push the boundaries to define the future of narrative entertainment. If you are detail oriented and comfortable in the AAA game space and want to be part of groundbreaking projects, you may just be the Dog we’re looking for!

What you will do :

  • Develop 3d a ssets with corresponding material s and construct scenes covering a range of subjects
  • Troubleshoot a nd maint ain levels to stay in frame rate, memory, and design spec
  • Act as point of contact to achieve design and art direction goals as it pertains to building game art
  • Create layouts for environment s that are visually dynamic and achieve gameplay goals

What skills you will use :

  • 5+ years’ experience creating high quality environments and at least one shipped AAA title
  • Strong layout skills and the ability to ideate effectively with minimal concept art and direction
  • Strong ability to define complex looks for the most challenging levels with minimal concept art and direction
  • Expert understanding of how to build environments in AAA game development
  • Collaborative mindset while working closely with other departments to find and propose solutions for the betterment of the game
  • Strong art sensibilities related to color, composition, and scale
  • Self-motivated - can execute the vision for the level until completion in a timely and efficient manner
  • Full understanding of modeling as demonstrated by the ability to create high quality architecture and organic models
  • Able to achieve a high level of detail through modern modeling techniques and a strong understanding of modular construction
  • Strong polygonal modeling skills - able to generate clean and efficient models
  • Create and apply materials across a variety of subject matter
  • Strong ability to create tiling and trim texture sets
  • Proficient at sculpting / painting surface details and controlling shader features that represent a wide variety of material types
  • As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete an art test.

    The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.

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    At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

    Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

    In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click  here to learn more.

    The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

    138,200 — $172,700 USD

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