Lead Lighting Artist

📋 Description

• Lead a team of lighting artists to drive quality and growth while setting expectations and
• Collaborate with Art Director and department leads to elevate lighting visuals and standards.
• Develop and optimize efficient lighting workflows; research techniques and resolve roadblocks.
• Work with Core Tech to meet technical specs and runtime optimizations for real-time rendering.
• Partner with production to define timelines, track progress, and align with strategic goals.

🎯 Requirements

• 7+ years in real-time lighting and final rendering; lead artist on at least one shipped AAA title.
• Deep knowledge of Unreal Engine 5, Lumen, UE Sequencer, and PBR.
• Experience lighting for in-game cinematics with runtime performance constraints.
• Proven ability to recruit, mentor, and retain top-tier artistic talent.
• A reliable, positive force multiplier; strong cross-discipline collaboration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to articulate complex ideas clearly.

🎁 Benefits

• Collaborative, high-standard culture that values ownership and cross-team teamwork.
• Opportunity to contribute to a world-class AAA experience with cutting-edge technology.
• Supportive environment with growth, feedback, and professional development.
• Competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.