ENVIRONMENTAL ARTIST
Environment Artists are responsible for the creation of immersive environments that realise a game’ s vision.
Environment Artists tend to be flexible, highly motivated and detail-conscious professionals; they communicate with Level Designers and Animators on a regular basis to take into account gameplay considerations. They also retain hands-on creative responsibilities and keep up to date with the latest art production techniques.
WHAT DO YOU NEED?
Comprehensive experience of using Maya, ZBrush, Substance Designer, Substance Painter and Photoshop. Experience of scene compositions, organic texturing, organic modelling and terrain sculpting, hard surface modelling and a good understanding of architecture. Strong understanding of the use of real-world referencing. A strong portfolio demonstrating understanding of lighting and shade techniques. The ability to work to strict deadlines.
RELEVANT COURSES INCLUDE
BA( Hons)/ MArt The Art of Video Games MA Game Art Game Art( 14 / 21 weeks) BSc( Hons)/ MSci Video Games Design MSc Games Design Games Design( 14 / 21 weeks) BSc( Hons)/ MSci Technical Art for Games & VFX MSc Technical Art for Games & VFX
SALARY GUIDE
Junior- Mid Level: £ 27,000 – £ 36,000 Mid Level- Senior: £ 39,000 – £ 50,000
( source: glassdoor)
Escape Studios student project
HOW CAN YOU GET THERE?
As a specialist role, if you are to become an Environmental Artist, you will need a qualification and / or proven drawing skills in fine art, graphic art or game art. A portfolio and / or showreel of experience and proven skills is necessary for employers. You will also need to have considerable experience as a 3D or FX Artist within a games development company.
The course is designed to resemble a studio environment as closely as possible, while you’ re learning from real industry professionals. Coming to Escape with zero digital knowledge, I was able to grow into an artist fully equipped for the industry
REBECCA WOLFF
BA( Hons) The Art of Video Games Escapee
Environment Artist at Lucid Games
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