Realistic 3D Level Art Project Lead, Senior

The next great challenge is coming:

We are looking for an experienced Level Art Project Lead to oversee the production of high-quality, realistic environments for Console and PC projects. The ideal candidate combines strong artistic skills and technical expertise, as well as leadership qualities, to guide a team of level artists and maintain efficient workflows, consistent quality and successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Strong strategic thinking and motivation to grow and improve the Level Art team or subdivision;
• Deep understanding of level art principles: composition, visual hierarchy, scene readability, and environmental storytelling;
• Commitment to continuous self-development and supporting teammates in their development;
• Proficiency with game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary engines), including terrain systems, foliage tools, lighting tools, and world partitioning/streaming;
• Good knowledge of gameplay logic and level design principles;
• Experience optimizing large scenes for performance;
• Ability to evaluate work objectively and deliver constructive, actionable feedback;
• Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration skills;
• English level: Intermediate+;
• Experience working on AAA titles;
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a project lead or similar leadership role. 

Would be a plus

• Proficiency in major 3D modeling software (e.g., ZBrush, Maya, 3ds Max);
• Strong understanding of modular workflows and environment asset usage;
• A knack for creating memorable visual moments that define a level’s identity; 
• Experience shaping visual direction through moodboards, styleframes, and biome research; 
• A strong eye for worldbuilding that blends art, lighting, VFX, and narrative cues; 
• Curiosity for real architecture and nature, turning real-world references into believable game spaces; 
• The drive to push visual benchmarks and explore new artistic or technical techniques; 
• A natural instinct for mentoring and helping artists sharpen their craft. 

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned tasks within estimated timelines, adhering to client references and technical specifications;
• Collaborate closely with the Art and Tech teams throughout all stages of production;
• Lead and manage realistic environment projects for Console and PC platforms;
• Maintain high production standards and ensure the artistic quality of the team’s output;
• Provide artistic and technical support, helping resolve production challenges within the team;
• Create and maintain art documentation, technical specifications, and production guidelines; 
• Participate in project estimations, test assignments, and evaluation processes;
• Lead and supervise new projects;
• Work with game engines for environment setup, integration, and validation;
• Research new tools, software, and industry techniques to improve workflow efficiency and asset quality.