Full-Time

Vegetation Artist

Project Hire

Posted on 8/27/2024

That's No Moon Entertainment

That's No Moon Entertainment

201-500 employees

Independent studio for narrative-driven AAA games

Gaming

Compensation Overview

$85k - $115kAnnually

+ Equity + Profit Share

Junior, Mid

Los Angeles, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Remote in USA

Category
3D Modeling
Art, Graphics & Animation
Required Skills
Unreal Engine
Blender
Zbrush
Requirements
  • Shown production experience in vegetation assets for AAA video games
  • Deep understanding of, and ability to analyze and research, different types of foliage
  • Expert knowledge of SpeedTree and Zbrush.
  • Proficient modeling experience with any of the following programs - Maya, 3ds Max, and Blender
  • Proficient knowledge of Substance Designer & Substance Painter
  • Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
  • Experience working with photo-realistic game assets in a PBR renderer
  • (Bonus) Photogrammetry capture experience
  • (Bonus) Unreal Engine, Maya, Houdini, and Substance Designer
  • (Bonus) Experience or interest in capturing or using scan data
  • (Bonus) Fine art background or education
Responsibilities
  • Create realistic, beautiful models and textures for vegetation assets.
  • Work closely with our Biome Leads and Art Directors to define our foliage needs and build out our library.
  • Work with our Photogrammetry team to capture and process foliage scans.
  • Help build and refine aspects of the vegetation pipeline, working closely with Tech Art to support new features, processes, and tool improvements.
  • Collaborate with World and Material Artists to integrate foliage into our levels through placement, decals, landscape materials, and more.
  • Identify and troubleshooting vegetation assets to stay within performance budgets and design specifications.
That's No Moon Entertainment

That's No Moon Entertainment

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That's No Moon is an independent studio that develops high-quality narrative-driven AAA video games. The studio's team consists of experienced developers from well-known game companies, which allows them to create engaging storytelling experiences for players. Their games are designed to appeal to both casual and hardcore gamers, and they generate revenue through game sales, in-game purchases, and partnerships. What sets That's No Moon apart from other studios is its strong focus on creativity, collaboration, and responsible production practices. The company's goal is to shape the future of AAA gaming by delivering immersive and meaningful gaming experiences.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$98.7M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

6%
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What believers are saying

  • $100M investment from Smilegate boosts development capabilities and financial stability.
  • Rising interest in narrative-driven games supports their core focus and market appeal.
  • Cloud gaming platforms offer new distribution channels, expanding their audience reach.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from new entrants like FuzzyBot challenges market share.
  • Pressure from investors may compromise creativity and responsible production.
  • Heavy investment in AAA games is risky if sales expectations aren't met.

What makes That's No Moon Entertainment unique

  • Diverse team from top studios like Naughty Dog and Bungie enhances creativity.
  • Focus on narrative-driven AAA games sets them apart in the gaming industry.
  • Emphasis on responsible production practices aligns with modern industry values.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

INACTIVE