Environment Artist in Frankfurt am Main bei Crytek GmbH

Crytek GmbH

Frankfurt & Remote Art / Animation Crysis 4 (Working Title)

We are looking for a creatively minded and independent Environment Artist to join the Crysis 4 (working title) team.

*Sample pictures and portfolio link, which shows sample work are required*

Relocation & Remote Work

Although we believe living close to our studio helps foster team spirit and stronger bonds between team members, we understand that people have different needs and expectations for their place of residence. You have a choice of three location options, allowing you to work with Crytek from anywhere you wish:

1. Come to our modern headquarters in Frankfurt and receive an attractive relocation package and have access to all of our benefits.

2. If you are already living in a European Union member state, we are able to offer you a permanent work contract and allow you to work remotely as an employee from there.

3. If you are interested in full-time remote work in any other country outside of the European Union, we can offer you a freelance contract arrangement.

Responsibilities

Creating high-poly and low-poly models of environmental objects (trees, bushes, props, buildings, tile-sets);
Creating efficient UV layouts that work well within the engine/platform constrains;
Create believable environments within the engine;
Create game-ready assets given the technical limitations;
Derive a well structured low-poly model from the high poly model;
Photo-realistic Texturing of environmental objects;
Work independently on asset sets.

Requirements

2+ years of professional game production experience;
A strong ability to create believable environments within a games engine;
Ability to derive a well structured low-poly model from the high poly model;
Strong understanding of efficient UV layout, PBR pipeline and modular level creation methods;
Strong knowledge of 3ds Max, Photoshop and Zbrush / Mudbox;
The ability to manage and supervise junior artists and willingness to carry out mentorship tasks;
A strong understanding of shader functionality;
Focused, motivated and effective on all tasks through completion;
A passion for games;
Good English communication and writing skills;
Positive team-oriented attitude;
Be proactive and self-motivated and complete tasks within given time constraint.

Pluses

Experience with CRYENGINE;
Substance Designer, Substance Painter or Quixel product knowledge;
Experience with photogrammetry;
Traditional painting skills;
Outsourcing experience.

What you can expect from us

Home Office

Work-life balance is not just a hollow term for us. At Crytek, we offer you the option to either work from home or in our studio.

Career Path

Your professional development is important to us, so we have laid out a career plan to help you progress towards your goals and objectives.

Company Apartment

To help you get settled, we provide you with a fully furnished company apartment during your first three months in Frankfurt.*

Relocation Support

We offer a relocation budget and full coverage of flights to Frankfurt for you and your family.

You can expect extensive assistance with visa, work permits, and communication with authorities during the relocation process, as well as help settling into Germany (e.g. setting up appointments with banks, government agencies, schools, landlords, finding apartments etc.).*

Public Transport Pass

Discover Frankfurt by bus, tram and metro – free of charge.*

Gym Card

A healthy body is a healthy mind. We offer a membership at the premium gym chain Fitness First in Germany. Work out, join group fitness classes, or relax in the wellness facilities.

International Environment

We truly embody diversity at Crytek. With employees from over 42 different countries, we define ourselves by our cultural diversity.

German Classes

Understanding the local culture will make your stay abroad more enjoyable, and Crytek supports that by offering German language courses for you and your family.

Events

Join us on our exciting company events, including new starter breakfasts, summer and winter parties, our