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Weapons Artist OnSite Remote

Senior Weapon Artist

CD PROJEKT RED

Job Summary

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced Senior Weapon Artist to work on Cyberpunk: Orion, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next game in the franchise. As a Senior Weapon Artist, you will contribute to an immersive player experience by designing and modelling memorable weapons of the Cyberpunk universe.

Key Responsibilities

  • Outstanding 3D modeling skills, including low-poly, high-poly, and mid-poly workflows, as well as UV mapping and baking, with a high level of independence.
  • Interpreting weapons designs from detailed concepts.
  • Hard surface modeling of weapons, props, or possibly vehicles with mechanical articulation for accurate functionality.
  • Strong skills in texturing and material creation with a solid understanding of Physically Based Rendering (PBR).
  • Assisting in the creation of pipelines and workflows for weapons creation and customization in Unreal Engine.
  • Creating documentation for workflows or pipelines.
  • Writing and preparing briefs for the weapon art team, as well as for outsourcing or other development partners.
  • Working with the Concept Art, Art Direction, Animation, and Gameplay teams to address both gameplay and aesthetic challenges.
  • Mentoring other hardsurface/weapon artists.

Required Qualifications / Skills

  • 7+ years of demonstrated experience in the games industry, preferably focused on hardsurface modeling for weapons and props.
  • Experience working on AAA titles.
  • Proficiency in Blender and Substance Painter for modeling and texturing tasks.
  • Strong background in traditional art skills, understanding fundamentals like proportion, scale, value, and color theory.
  • A strong understanding of material surfaces and the ability to communicate them visually.
  • Excellent understanding of mechanical function and purpose and the ability to create believable assets.
  • The ability to learn new tools quickly and effectively.
  • Knowledge about weapon design across various eras and genres.
  • Team player approach, taking direction, and reacting to stakeholder feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Passion for mechanics, weapons, cars, and technology.
  • Basic skills in rough sketching, drawing, and overpainting.
  • Understanding of the Unreal Engine.
  • Basic understanding of Autodesk Maya.
  • Artists should include a portfolio with their application.

Work Model & Location

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

Benefits & Compensation

Relocation support: Flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet, shipping your belongings — all covered.

Relocation assistance: Processing legalization operations, assistance with finding residence, tax settlements.

Polish lessons: For foreign employees and their spouses or partners.

Paid leave: 20 to 26 days of holiday per year, paid sick leave, and paid maternity & paternity leave.

Perks & Professional Growth:

  • Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8:00 and 10:00 AM.
  • Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, external training, ‘Meet a star’ events, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes.
  • Access to cafeteria platform with subscription benefits, additional medical packages, vouchers, and codes to shops and cinemas.
  • Merchandise — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to get cool swag.
  • Welcome pack filled with goodies to help you feel at home.

Health & Well-being:

  • Private medical healthcare plans including dental care, accessible for partners and relatives.
  • Health checks — tests and vaccinations at the studio, professional advice from a specialist doctor.
  • Psychological care — free mental health support and well-being webinars.
  • Multisport card — access to numerous sporting and fitness facilities across the city.

Social Activities & Life in the Office:

  • Dog-friendly office — bring your dog to work.
  • Regular social events to unwind and have fun together.
  • Healthy selections — organic fruit, snacks, muesli, organic honey, vegan milk, and specialty coffee available.
  • Truly international working environment with diverse colleagues from around the world.

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