Principal 3D Environment Artist

YOUR MISSION

Lead the delivery of AAA-quality game-ready 3D environments and props from initial brief through final implementation. You will be accountable for environment production quality planning communication risk management and reliable delivery while developing the environment team through clear direction structured reviews mentoring and continuous workflow improvement.

Daily Operations

• Manage daily tasks priorities and workloads to ensure all environment milestones are delivered on schedule.
• Review assets against artistic and technical standards identify and resolve production issues and provide clear actionable feedback.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between Environment Artists the 3D Lead and cross-functional teams on progress and risks.
• Support the teams growth through onboarding mentoring knowledge sharing and continuous professional development.

Who Youll Work With

• 3D Lead: your direct manager with whom you will align on priorities quality and team development
• Environment Artists: a team of 34 artists under your day-to-day guidance
• Art Director: the owner of the projects overall artistic vision
• Producers and Project Leads: partners in planning scheduling and delivery
• Gameloft Bucharest Studio and external freelancers: collaborators on shared and outsourced environment production

Success Milestones

6 Months: Individual Development

• You have a strong understanding of the environment pipeline tools and team workflow.
• Environment tasks quality standards and milestones are consistently on track.
• Blockers are identified early and you have built trusted working relationships within the team and across departments.

12 Months: Team Development

• Environment delivery has become more predictable with a measurable reduction in rework.
• Artists on the team show visible progress in both technical skills and independent task management.
• You have introduced workflow improvements and become a reliable partner to the 3D Lead in managing the environment discipline.

Career Development
This role offers a clear progression path toward the 3D Lead position with long-term growth opportunities toward Art Director.

Recruitment Process

• Initial screening call with the Talent Acquisition team
• Technical test with approximately 8 days to complete
• Interview with the Art Director and 3D Lead

Qualifications :

SKILLS & EXPERTISE

• Environment Art Production Advanced skills in 3D modelling texturing and PBR material creation for AAA-quality environments and props.
• Industry Tools Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Maya 3ds Max or Blender ZBrush Substance Painter and Substance Designer.
• Engine & Asset Optimization Solid knowledge of Unreal Engine or Unity including asset integration and optimization for real-time performance.
• Visual Composition Strong understanding of composition lighting scale and environmental storytelling.
• Production Standards In-depth knowledge of art and technical standards for real-time game assets.
• Production Planning Ability to estimate effort structure workloads and anticipate risks across a production schedule.

YOUR PROFILE

• Proven Experience Substantial professional experience as an Environment Artist in game development including shipped titles at AAA or high-end mobile quality.
• Leadership Experience Experience supervising and mentoring artists and collaborating with other studios external partners or freelancers.
• Organization & Consistency Stay organized manage priorities effectively and follow through on commitments.
• Initiative & Problem-Solving Identify challenges early and find practical solutions to keep work progressing.
• Communication Skills Communicate clearly in English and collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Approachability Create an open respectful environment where team members feel comfortable sharing ideas and asking for help.
• Attention to Detail Notice small inconsistencies and hold your own work to a high standard.

Additional Information :

YOUR BENEFITS

Loots & Perks

• Hybrid Quest Work from the office 2 days per week with the flexibility of hybrid working
• Health Coverage Private medical insurance for you your spouse & 2 children
• Time to Recharge Up to 20 days annual leave additional special leave exclude the public holiday and sick leaves
• Eid THR its an annual Eid-ul-Fitri holiday allowance in line with Indonesian regulations the amount is up to 1 time salary
• Performance Bonus Recognition based on your contribution and performance
• Family Support Maternity paternity & family care leave
• Wellbeing & Community Wellbeing activities employee clubs & team building
• Extra Rewards  Seniority recognition & employee referral program

Studio Life : At Gameloft youll work with a global team of game makers collaborating across studios to create games played by millions while growing your skills in a creative flexible and supportive environment.

Ready to start

Apply now with your CV in English and dont forget to attach your portfolio; portfolio submissions are required for your application to be considered.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time