3D Artists

We are Grinding Gear Games, creators of the award-winning dark fantasy Action RPG Path of Exile. We're a world-class studio of more than 200 developers based in Auckland, New Zealand and we're currently expanding the Path of Exile development team.

We’re seeking 3D Artists to work on armour sets, weapons and other microtransactions for Path of Exile!

Location: On-site in Henderson, Auckland, New Zealand
*Relocation assistance (for the right candidate if needed)
Full-time position - 40 hours a week

The position includes the following duties:

• Work side-by-side with artists in our microtransaction pipeline, under the direction of the Directors to create the highest quality artwork and maintain artistic consistency and expectations set by the studio
• Collaborate with concept artists to review design, give feedback and achieve goals
• Coordinate and provide thorough and consistent feedback with our outsourcing artists

We are seeking someone with:

• 3+ years of professional experience in real-time graphics and 3D pipeline
• Experience with modelling items/props, weapons, armours and characters
• Strong proficiency with Maya, Zbrush, Marvelous Designer, Photoshop, and Substance Painter. 3D Studio Max is a plus
• Experience working with external outsourcing artists.
• Solid understanding of kit-bashing models, topology, materials, textures , and optimization
• Great communication, organisation and management skills with the ability to assist with in-house mentorship
• An ability to identify any risks and issues in the outsourcing pipeline and proactively seek solutions
• A strong artistic vision to translate a concept art to game-ready asset
• An ability to perform under pressure to meet deadlines
• An ability to embrace and provide constructive artistic feedback

Portfolio, and/or reel demonstrating relevant artistic skills required.
Must be willing to complete an art test if requested to do so.

Pluses:

• An avid gamer with a deep understanding of our game, Path of Exile
• Experience working in the game industry is highly regarded