About this role
Main challenge
Help define the visual quality and material identity of the game world through expressive, readable, and technically efficient textures and materials that support the visual identity of the game.
What it means on a daily basis
Create high-quality stylized textures and materials that match the project’s art direction and visual languageTranslate concept art into clear, readable, and visually appealing texture workBuild texture sets for characters, environments, and other game assets while respecting technical constraintsOptimize textures and materials for real-time performance and Unreal Engine integrationCreate reusable materials, tileables, trimsheets, atlases, and texture libraries that improve production efficiencyCollaborate with Art Direction, Concept, Modeling, Tech Art, Lighting, and VFX to solve artistic and technical challengesWhat success will look like
Textures and materials consistently match the project’s art direction and visual languageAssets remain readable, visually appealing, and technically efficient in-gameTexture quality is consistent across characters, environments, props, and weaponsAssets integrate smoothly into Unreal Engine and perform well under gameplay conditionsReusable materials and texture libraries improve production efficiencyTexture standards and workflows help maintain quality and consistency across the projectWho you would be working with
Art DirectorConcept / 3D Modeling ArtistsTechnical Artists
Your recruitment journey
First interview: discussion around experience and approachArt test: texture/material creation exerciseSecond interview: review of your portfolio, test, and technical approachFinal interview: discussion around collaboration and production workflowsWhere this role can take you
Principal / Lead Texture ArtistLookdev - Material / Shader specializationOwnership of visual pipelines and world-building quality What you bring
Strong portfolio demonstrating stylized texture work integrated into shipped-quality game assetsExcellent understanding of color, value, material readability, and real-time texturing workflowsStrong knowledge of Unreal Engine material workflows and optimization techniquesProficiency with Substance Painter, Photoshop, and at least one DCC package; Substance Designer is a plusSolid understanding of UVs, texel density, baking, tileables, trimsheets, atlases, and texture optimizationStrong communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplinesWho you are
You have a strong eye for color, value, material definition, and visual hierarchyYou care about how assets feel in-game, not just how they look in a beauty renderYou understand that good texture work supports gameplay readability and atmosphere at the same timeYou can balance artistic ambition with production realityYou communicate clearly, collaborate well across disciplines, and contribute positively to reviewsYou take ownership of your work and proactively identify problems and improvements What's in it for you
Benefits
Short Friday schedule, so you can start your Weekend at 4pm!Hybrid work (2 days /week from the office)Medical insurance package, in partnership with Regina Maria Clinic2 months/year of full remote to work from anywhere you want!Monthly budget for My Benefits platformExtra days off for your birthday, your children`s birthday and company’s anniversary. Everyone is celebrated!Life at Gameloft Bucharest
Flexibility around core studio hoursBook your free massage @office, every Tuesday and Thursday!Unique creative and professional work culture that values diversitySupportive working climate, a team with a free communication styleBookster (borrow books for free, delivered in the office)All the usual perks: free coffee, free fruits, relaxation areaHow to proceed
We can’t wait to find our next great team member! Please apply with your portfolio and CV in English.
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