Junior Lighting Artist in Manchester

We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the "Best Damn Space Sim Ever". We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent. Founded in 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts, Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is one of the largest global independent studios, dedicated to delivering next-generation AAA games. CIG prides itself in thinking outside the box, encouraging creativity and developing ground-breaking technology. CIG believes in raising the bar for the gaming industry and the gaming community as a whole.

About the Role: We are looking for an aspiring Junior Lighting Artist to join our team onsite in Manchester. In this entry-level role, you will help us raise the bar for the gaming industry by bringing "Cinematic Sci-Fi Realism" to life across the vast solar systems of Star Citizen. As a Junior Lighting Artist, you will be a key part of the team responsible for lighting the diverse locations of Star Citizen. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills while working on everything from moody space stations to vibrant, neon-filled cityscapes.

What does a Junior Lighting Artist at CIG do?

• Create believable, cinematic lighting scenarios for in-game locations under the guidance of our senior team.
• Learn how to ensure high-quality lighting works seamlessly within defined real-time rendering budgets.
• Work closely with the Lighting Lead and Art Director to help realise the project's artistic vision.
• Collaborate with other departments to gain a holistic understanding of how lighting impacts the player experience.

What do we expect from our Junior Lighting Artists?

• A genuine drive to create inspirational and atmospheric lighting.
• A basic understanding of material shading, physically based rendering (PBR), and how different materials impact a final frame.
• A budding knowledge of cinematic lighting techniques and the technical curiosity to learn more.
• An ability to use various reference materials to challenge yourself and improve your craft.
• Experience (which can include personal or academic projects) in creating high-quality real-time lighting scenarios.
• A desire to be part of a passionate, communicative team.

If you have always wanted to create exotic sci-fi environments that players can get lost in, this is the perfect place to start. We are a global company committed to a culture that celebrates all backgrounds and perspectives. We want you to bring what makes you unique to the team.

Diversity Statement: CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it's our differences that make it special.

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us.