COMPANY DESCRIPTION

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

JOB DESCRIPTION

At CD PROJEKT RED, we’ve built our legacy on rich worlds and unforgettable storytelling — from the epic fantasy of The Witcher to the dystopian future of Cyberpunk 2077. Now we’re embarking on a new journey: Project Hadar, a completely new IP built from the ground up.

Project Hadar is still in its early stages, offering a unique opportunity to help define the vision and identity of an entirely new universe. We’re looking for a Senior Environment Artist to join our Environment Art team in Warsaw, where your creativity, experience, and artistic sensibility will directly shape breathtaking worlds that millions of players will explore.

Responsibilities

• Creating ideas and plans for locations/levels for our new game.
• Creating textures and original photorealistic textures through the use of various tools and middleware.
• Setting up materials and shaders to achieve the best possible quality.
• Creating immersive lighting and environmental effects.
• Cooperating effectively with Level Designers, Concept Artists and everyone involved in creating locations.
• Maintaining the production pipeline and meeting deadlines.
• Putting finishing touches on locations and cutscenes with the use of existing meshes and decals.
• Giving feedback to peers.
• Being a knowledge base for other artists.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 6 years of experience working in the video game industry and at least one shipped AAA title.
• Proficiency in using Adobe Photoshop as well as one of the leading modelling packages (3DS Max, Maya, Blender, etc.).
• Great sense of scale and proportions.
• Good knowledge of composition, colour theory and lighting.
• Basic knowledge of physically based rendering (PBR).
• Experience with procedural content creation packages (Substance, Houdini, World Machine).
• Basic knowledge about Level Design.
• Creativity and an excellent eye for detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Fluent English.
• Passion for games.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Working mode

In-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland. Relocation is required.

Relocation Support

• Relocation package — flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet and family, shipping your belongings. It’s all covered.
• Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you and tax settlements — all you need to feel right at home is taken care of.
• Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too.
• Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday per year, and paid sick leave.

Health & Well-Being

• Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives.
• Life insurance — comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones.
• Annual screenings for cancer prevention covered by the company.
• Psychological and psychiatrist care — free mental health support and various well-being initiatives.
• Sports card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.
• Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.
• RED Summer Camp for Kids — a fun summer program for children aged 5–12, majoritively paid by the company.

Perks & Professional Growth

• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
• Trainings, lectures, and courses — workshops and trainings for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
• REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement.
• Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!

Social Activities & 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.
• Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
• Healthy selections — canteens.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• Sustainability is an ongoing commitment for us, and our campus has electric car charging points, green zones, and much more. Read all about it on our Beyond the Game Blog.
• A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them.
• An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes.
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.