Principal Material Artist - Hard Surface
Lighthouse Games
Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC
Lighthouse Games· Art
About this role
Lighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you’ll create the best work of your career within a collaborative, hybrid working environment. You’ll learn from the best and work alongside the future greats of the gaming industry.
As an Environment Artist, working alongside the Art Director, you will be responsible for ensuring the worlds we create delight our players with the highest quality visuals that provide the settings for memorable experiences. You have an eye for detail and composition that enables you to make environments feel believable, taking pride in all the work you and your team make. You ensure quality by supporting and mentoring the environment artist team, helping to build a healthy culture where everyone can excel.
Key Duties Include
- Work with the Lead and Associate Lead Environment Artist to create a cohesive and immersive game world that meets the creative and technical requirements of the project
- Create 3D models and textures of environmental assets such as buildings, terrain, vegetation, and props
- Ensure that the game environments are visually consistent and meet the established art style and technical guidelines
- Collaborate with other departments, such as level design and lighting to ensure that the environment assets are optimised and integrated into the game world effectively
- Assist in developing and implementing new techniques and tools to improve the quality and efficiency of the environment art pipeline
- Stay current with the latest industry trends and techniques in environment art and share knowledge with the rest of the team
- Maintain clear communication with team members to ensure that project goals and deadlines are met
- Work closely with the Technical Artist and Engineering team to ensure that the environment assets are optimised for performance
- Participate in critiques and reviews of environment art assets to maintain a high standard of quality and ensure that they meet the needs of the game design
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Excellent collaboration skills, you thrive working as part of a team
- An excellent portfolio with recent examples of Environment Art
- Strong understanding of shape, form and composition.
- Excellent Proficiency with 3D industry standard tools such as Maya, 3DSMax, Blender
- Excellent proficiency with surfacing tools such as Photoshop and substance painter
- Proven abilities in producing optimized 3D assets for games.
Desirable
- Experience with Unreal Engine
- Experience with large open-world games
- Experience with hard surface and foliage asset modelling experience
- 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
- Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme
- Private Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare
- Health and Well-Being Benefits
- Dental Care
- Optical treatments
- Mental Health Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC position at Lighthouse Games?
The salary for this Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC role at Lighthouse Games is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC position at Lighthouse Games located?
This Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC role at Lighthouse Games is based in Royal Leamington Spa, England, United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC role at Lighthouse Games full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Contract position. It is posted as a Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC role in the Art department at Lighthouse Games.
Which team or department does the Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC at Lighthouse Games belong to?
This Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC position is part of the Art department at Lighthouse Games. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC position at Lighthouse Games?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Lighthouse Games's official application portal hosted on workable where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC job at Lighthouse Games posted?
This Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC position at Lighthouse Games was posted on Aug 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Environment Artist - 12 Month FTC
Lighthouse Games
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