Expert Lighting Artist - Sledgehammer Games

Job Title:
Expert Lighting Artist - Sledgehammer GamesRequisition ID:
R027907Job Description:
Your PlatformSledgehammer Games is a leading developer in the video game industry, best known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise. Sinceourinception in 2009, the studio has delivered iconic titles including Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, Call of Duty: WWII (2017), and, most recently, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III.As industry leaders in first-person shooter development, our commitment to excellence is reflected in every detail of our games, from highly polished multiplayer experiences to emotionally engaging single-player campaigns. At Sledgehammer Games, we believe in pushing boundaries, redefining the possibilities of interactive storytelling, and setting new standards for visual and gameplay fidelity. Together, we aim to deliver world-class gaming content that continues to set the bar for quality, innovation, and player engagement.We are excited to invite a talented and passionate developer to join our growing team as an ExpertLighting Artist based in our Toronto, CA studio. In this role, you will work collaboratively with our talented teams across the globe, including our locations in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where your skills can make a real impact, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.Sledgehammer Games is part of the Activision family and is wholly owned by Microsoft. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at search for Sledgehammer Games on your favorite social media platform.Please note:This is not a remote role.Permanent remote work isnot available for this position.Your MissionAre you a video games enthusiast who enjoys first-person-shooters and has a passion for digital lighting, art, and photo realistic quality?The lighting team are the gatekeepers of mood, visual storytelling, and are one of the primary drivers of player emotion. We work closely with our art and creative directors to evoke player emotion and drive what’s most important to us: Gameplay. In this role, you will be an integral, and critical member of our small but agile team. As our newest teammate, you will work side by side with our Lighting Leads. Together, you will help execute some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes in video games. You and our team will be accomplishing this by having routine 1:1s, weekly team meetings, you will have an in-depth training period, and open dialog / high communication with adjacent teams.Responsible for creating game-play and in-game cinematic lighting based on direction from the Art DirectorEnsure that lighting assets meet runtime and disk budgeting requirements.Anticipate, identify, and report any potential production problems and communicate those to the LeadWork collaboratively with other departments: Character, VFX, and especially Environment ArtWork independently and with other leads and directors to create an optimal lighting pipeline for the productStay current with industry lighting techniquesWork with Rendering engineers to push our engine furtherCreation of the sky dome and cloud assetsFind creative ways to set industry standardsCreate workflows and best practices for the lighting teamMentor other Lighting artists, and help build an environment of creativity, trust and excellenceMinimum RequirementsExtensive experience in a Lighting role in the gaming industry (+12 years)Excellent working knowledge of Maya and Photoshop or equivalentIn-depth knowledge of physically based lightingStrong understanding of advanced lighting fundamentalsStrong sense of lighting theory;
color space, exposure, light fixtures, natural light, reflections etc.Proven track‑record of leading and inspiring teamsUnderstanding of composition and the ability to enhance mood with lightingEffectively use color grading and post effects to enhance the final imageWorking knowledge of industry standard rendering concepts and processesExperienced with Unreal, Unity, or other proprietary enginesExperience with PBR & HDR lightingFamiliarity with ray tracing/path tracing systemsAbility to use AI as a development toolExtra PointsExperience with one or more scripting/programming languages.Experience withHoudini.Knowledge of photography principles and image correction techniques.Experience playing Call of Duty orsimilar FPS gamesWe love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.Our WorldAt Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy;
we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.Ready to Activate Your Future?The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.RewardsWe provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ’Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full‑time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $99,200.00 - $183,520.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.
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