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WHAT MAKES US EPIC?At the core of Epic's success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we're always innovating.Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.ARTWhat We DoPush your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class environment, character and concept artists who strive to innovate and inspire.What You'll DoEpic Games is searching for highly talented and creative Environment Artists, ranging from entry-level to experienced seniors, to join our team in building some of the best-looking environment assets and props for our collaboration with Disney. Applicants will need to demonstrate a strong artistic ability, bringing with them a solid understanding of form, function, detail, the ability to interpret concept art, plus the technical skills to bring their work to life in Unreal Engine 5. Artists are required to be versatile and build ideally both organic and hard surface assets. Push your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class environment, character, and concept artists who strive to innovate and inspire.In this role, you willModel and texture a wide variety of props/assetsCreatively model from rudimentary or unfinished concepts, showing an understanding of the goals of the design, to final, production-ready modelsCreate solid, high-fidelity textures of any given surfaceSome environment layout in engine, but primarily a DCC-driven roleWhat we're looking forHighly skilled in relevant software; 3DS Max, Maya, Photoshop, Zbrush, Substance, etcSolid communicator with the ability to work between disciplinesA desire to work with complex and high-detail modelsTechnical expertise in low poly modeling and baking to create mobile-friendly assetsGreat texturing skills and experience with PBR & materialsAbility to take 2D concept art to completionAbility to provide feedback to outsourcersComplex, technical shader knowledge and background is a plusEPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFEOur intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.ABOUT USEpic Games spans across 19 countries with 55 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.Note to Recruitment Agencies:Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

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Are you ready to take your artistic talents to the next level? Epic Games is on the lookout for creative and passionate Environment Artists to join our dynamic team in Cary, NC. As an Environment Artist at Epic, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most talented artists in the industry while working on exciting projects, including our collaboration with Disney. Whether you're just starting your career or you're an experienced senior artist, we want to see your skills in action. In this role, you will design and texture a variety of props and assets, transitioning from basic concepts to final, production-ready models that showcase not just your artistry but also your understanding of form and function. A proficient background in relevant software such as 3DS Max, Maya, and Zbrush is essential as you create high-fidelity textures and dive into the world of Unreal Engine 5. You'll be expected to possess versatility in crafting both hard surface and organic assets. We're all about innovation here, so if you have an eye for detail and a passion for gaming and design, Epic is the place for you to thrive. Join us and become part of a diverse and inclusive culture where we value creativity and collaboration—and don’t forget about our amazing benefits package, which includes unlimited PTO and a strong commitment to your well-being. Come create something Epic with us!

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What are the key responsibilities of an Environment Artist at Epic Games?

As an Environment Artist at Epic Games, you'll be responsible for modeling and texturing a wide range of environment assets and props. This involves starting from rudimentary concepts and transforming them into polished, production-ready models. You’ll also have the flexibility to contribute to environment layout within the engine while focusing primarily on your artistry using industry-standard digital content creation (DCC) tools.