Principal Environment Artist
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Principal Environment Artist
IllFonic· Art
About this role
About the Role
IllFonic is seeking an experienced Principal Environment Artist to join our team for an exciting new title. We are looking for an artist with a strong vision and technical expertise in creating high-quality props, textures, and visually compelling 3D environments to join our creative game studio.
About the Company
Founded in 2007, IllFonic is an independent video game developer and publisher with studios in Lakewood, Colorado and Tacoma, Washington. Our staff is composed of video game, music, and technology veterans redefining how indie and middle-market games are made and marketed. Current and past titles / collaborations include Halloween: The Game, Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game, Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed, Arcadegeddon, Predator: Hunting Grounds, Friday the 13th: The Game, Dead Alliance, Star Citizen, Evolve, Armored Warfare, and Nexuiz.
Responsibilities
- Creating high-quality 3D art from concept and design ideas
- Create props, architecture, and terrain models, as well as textures and materials
- Collaborate with the team to design and layout gameplay spaces
- Work with white-box levels all the way through final set dressing and lighting
- Help drive the artistic vision for the game
- Assist in establishing pipelines for increasing art efficiency
- Help set and maintain a high-quality bar for the game
- Assist in scoping work for on-time milestone deliveries
- Mentor other art team members
Requirements
- Portfolio of work demonstrating strong proficiency as an Environment Artist
- Experience shipping multiple titles using Unreal Engine
- Skilled in creating and understanding PBR materials
- Experience with multiplayer games and/or shooters
- Experience with Substance painter, Substance Designer, or/and Quixel Suite
- 7+ years of professional experience developing high-quality game titles
- Strong sense of level design, scale, and gameplay flow
- Passion for playing and creating games
- Self-driven with strong communication skills
- Proven experience mentoring and teaching other artists
- Proven experience tackling challenges and problem solving with a strong sense of ownership
- Proven experience working closely with many other disciplines as well as being a team player
- Advanced understanding of lighting, composition, and set dressing
- Advanced understanding of Maya/Max, Photoshop, ZBrush
- Advanced understanding of current game art pipelines and methodologies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Principal Environment Artist role at IllFonic?
The listed salary for this Principal Environment Artist position at IllFonic is USD 80K–110K. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Principal Environment Artist position at IllFonic located?
This Principal Environment Artist role at IllFonic is based in United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Principal Environment Artist role at IllFonic full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Principal Environment Artist role in the Art department at IllFonic.
Which team or department does the Principal Environment Artist at IllFonic belong to?
This Principal Environment Artist position is part of the Art department at IllFonic. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Principal Environment Artist position at IllFonic?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to IllFonic's official application portal hosted on breezy where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Principal Environment Artist job at IllFonic posted?
This Principal Environment Artist position at IllFonic was posted on Sep 29, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Principal Environment Artist
IllFonic · 💰 USD 80K–110K
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