Job Description
Are you a Lighting Artist looking to shape the mood and atmosphere of a next-gen open world RPG?
An award-winning AAA game studio is looking for a Lighting Artist to join the team on a highly anticipated action RPG title. Working closely with Leads, Directors, and cross-discipline teams, you’ll deliver visually stunning lighting for both open-world environments and cinematics, helping bring a rich, immersive world to life.
This is a contract position based in Royal Leamington Spa, with a hybrid work model (minimum three days onsite per week). Relocation support is available if required.
What you'll be doing:
* Designing lighting for expansive open-world environments and narrative-driven cinematics
* Creating time-of-day systems and defining atmospheric conditions across weather types
* Collaborating with the Lighting Lead and Art Directors to deliver visuals aligned with the project’s creative vision
* Helping to shape the player experience through lighting that enhances gameplay, mood, and storytelling
What we're looking for:
1. Proven experience in real-time lighting, PBR workflows, and lighting theory, demonstrated through a strong portfolio
2. Solid understanding of lighting pipelines and current-generation art techniques
3. Interest i...