Senior Lighting Artist

Responsibilities

• Design and implement global and localized lighting for game environments
• Collaborate with level designers, artists, and cinematics to deliver immersive experiences
• Refine and adjust in-game lighting based on art direction and gameplay needs
• Utilize Unreal Engine 5’s Blueprint system to streamline lighting processes
• Troubleshoot and solve technical issues related to lighting, performance, and optimization
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in lighting technology and techniques

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in lighting roles within the gaming industry
• Proven track record of contributing to at least one shipped AAA title
• Expertise with Unreal Engine 5, including Lumen, or proprietary AAA engines
• Strong knowledge of real-world lighting principles, color theory, and PBR
• Understanding of lighting performance optimization and rendering pipelines
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Proficiency in English for international communication

Benefits

• Insurance coverage and telemedicine from day one
• Transportation and meal allowance
• Referral bonus
• RRSP with employer contribution

About the Company

Highdive is a NetEase Games ThunderFire development studio based in Montreal. We create games that connect people through pure emotion, working on ambitious new IPs in a unique startup atmosphere.