CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Expert Outsource Artist to join our studio in Boston to work on Project Orion, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. In this role, you will have a foundational role in creating a world-class pipeline that allows outside vendors to collaborate with internal teams, review work for quality, and grow your team over time.
Daily responsibilities
- Planning a robust OS pipeline from the ground up - workflows, software solutions, etc..
- Working with Directors and leads to create an OS strategy.
- Work with direct reports on goal setting, career development, and performance.
- Collaborate with our procurement staff in finding and vetting OS partners.
- Hiring a team of experience OS artists.
- Training of vendors in our workflows and performance standards.
- Providing artistic and technical feedback to external partners via documentation and direct communication.
- Integrating approved assets into the game engine as necessary.
- Modeling and texturing assets which fit the established style of the game.
- Setting up materials and shaders to achieve the best possible quality.
- Reviewing briefs from internal teams to ensure they meet the needs of vendors.
- Cooperating effectively with other artists and designers and ensuring good practices within internal and external teams.
- Providing the team with clear and transparent progress status regarding the ongoing workflow.
- Maintaining the production pipeline and meeting deadlines.
- At least 8 years of experience working in the video game industry as an Outsourcer and at least one shipped AAA title.
- Proficiency with modern, standard development packages.
- Good knowledge of composition, color theory and lighting.
- Basic knowledge of physically based rendering (PBR).
- Experience with procedural content creation packages (Substance, Houdini) is a plus.
- Solid portfolio demonstrating expertise.
- An excellent eye for detail.
- Able to deliver and receive feedback in a productive and accountable manner.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
- Avid and passionate gamer.
This job requires working in Boston, US.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.
Health & Well-being
- Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
- Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
- No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
- 401K with employer matching.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement.
Perks & Professional Growth
- Flexible working hours.
- Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
- Merch — regular chances to nab some cool swag!
- A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
Life in the Office
- Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
- Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
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