About the job
Sperasoft is on the lookout for a talented Material Artist to join our dynamic art team. In this creative role, you will collaborate closely with art and design teams to craft visually stunning materials that align with our high technical standards. Your expertise in material creation will be vital as you adapt stock textures, such as those from Megascans, to seamlessly fit into our production pipelines. If you have a passion for creating production-ready assets while adhering to strict technical requirements, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Produce high-quality benchmark materials using tools like Substance Designer, Substance Painter, ZBrush, or other preferred digital content creation (DCC) tools.
- Ensure compatibility and interchangeability of all materials throughout the project.
- Work collaboratively with Level Artists to create materials that enhance level construction and user experience.
- Coordinate with the Lead to ensure materials are integrated correctly and function as intended with project-specific shaders, including features like tinting and height blends.
- Maintain the integrity and organization of the material library.
- Research, assess, and implement cutting-edge industry trends and techniques in material creation.
- Utilize the most suitable software for various tasks, demonstrating flexibility beyond just Substance Designer.
- Be ready to assist with simple prop modeling tasks during periods when material creation projects are less demanding.
Requirements
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Expertise in Substance Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing material creation.
- Familiarity with PBR (Physically Based Rendering) material standards.
- Experience designing textures for complex semi-procedural shaders.
- Understanding of material blending systems and optimization for real-time engines.
- Demonstrated ability to create materials across a variety of styles and themes, with a keen eye for detail.
- At least one shipped title in the computer graphics industry.
- Proficiency in Maya or a similar DCC tool is advantageous.
Soft Skills & Communication:
- Ability to work autonomously and independently.
- Strong communication skills.
- Intermediate English proficiency or higher.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical care package.
- Access to our MyCafeteria program, including a Multisport card and additional perks.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential legal, financial, and personal support.
- Language classes in English or Polish.
- Flexible working hours.
- Daily availability of breakfast, snacks, fruits, and beverages.
- Additional benefits include a care bonus for health, education, and safety, as well as corporate events and team-building activities.
