LIGHTING ARTIST

Who We Are2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!What We NeedGlobal Services, 2K’s worldwide centralized services group, is a diverse group of teams offering specialized services to help create innovative game experiences. We are seeking a knowledgeable Lighting Artist who's motivated and passionate about pushing the boundaries to help make high quality AAA games.Successful candidates will demonstrate both a strong aesthetic sense for lighting, as well as understanding of how to effectively lead the player through real-time environments and gameplay scenarios.The Lighting Artist will research and adapt to new techniques as they emerge and propose lighting related improvements to general art pipeline and proprietary tools and engine technology. The ability to work both independently and in collaboration with Designers and Environment Artists to complete assignments and is essential. A demonstration of strong artistic interpretation skills is also required.Key ResponsibilitiesWork alongside Art-Directors, Designers, Lead Prop-/Environment-Artists, and other Artists/ Lighting Artists, both internally and externally, to develop and support development needs in accordance with the project's artistic direction and game design philosophies.Creatively and technically maintain quality standards for the project(s) and proactively develop your own skills as well as mentor those of the team around you.Troubleshooting lighting, art, and tech issues, collaborating with Leads, AD, or engineers to resolve potential issues, report blockers or request feedback.Self-regulate your workload while completing time critical requests & resolve any issues that arise.Who Will Be a Great FitIntimate knowledge and understanding of the production complexities of AAA development as a Lighting-Artist with a good understanding of videogame development workflows in general. Have preferably worked on at least one released title.Portfolio demonstrating examples of efficient lighting for game production.Deep understanding of colour theory and practical lighting concepts.Able to take initial direction and colour keys and use interpretive judgment to light gameplay spaces to a high degree of polish and playability.Proven command of lighting pipelines and the processes involved from the conceptual phase to implementation and optimization.Excellent knowledge of lighting in Unreal Engine 5 in all aspects, including Lumen.Experience working within a HDR pipeline and tasteful balancing of post process screen effects.Demonstrate an understanding of a range of illustrative lighting styles.Knowledge of a wide range of game lighting techniques (vertex baking, lightmaps, light probes, dynamic, etc.).Sufficient knowledge in 3DS Max and/or Maya and/or Blender.Capacity to adapt to a demanding workflow, and prioritize tasks while maintaining optimal quality and consistency to meet objectives.Autonomously follow guidelines and efficiently complete tasks within a given timeframe.Excellent work ethic and intrapersonal skills.Strong communication, motivational and mentoring skills.Fluent English both in speech and in writing.As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 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