Cloud Imperium Games
Environment Artist
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Environment Artist
Environment Artist – Star Citizen at Cloud Imperium Games
Founded in 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts, Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is one of the largest global independent studios, dedicated to delivering next-generation AAA games. CIG prides itself on thinking outside the box, encouraging creativity, and developing ground-breaking technology. The studio believes in raising the bar for the gaming industry and the community as a whole.
About the Role
As an Environment Artist at CIG, you will help bring to life the breathtaking locations within Star Citizen. Built from the star system down, the game features vast, densely detailed environments where players can seamlessly traverse via ship—or, at any moment, exit and explore on foot.
Your responsibilities include:
- Crafting high-quality, hard-surface locations across all scales—from colossal space stations orbiting planets to sprawling cityscapes stretching to the horizon.
- Designing isolated research outposts, dark underground facilities, and countless other loci within a universe that prioritises cinematic sci-fi realism.
- Creating believable sci-fi spaces in myriad architectural styles that leave players awe-struck.
What Does an Environment Artist Do?
You’ll contribute to the vision through the following key tasks:
- Create high-quality, photorealistic sci-fi assets using a mid-poly workflow, including reusable architectural kits and hero assets tailored for visual consistency and performance.
- Assemble and dress environments within StarEngine, ensuring adherence to visual, technical, and performance standards.
- Collaborate closely with Art Leads and Art Directors to interpret and refine the artistic direction.
- Work with Design, VFX, and Lighting teams to strike a balance between art, gameplay, and player immersion.
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What We’re Looking For
We welcome candidates with the following:
- A passion for creating immersive environments—sci-fi familiarity is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Experience in developing game-ready, photorealistic assets tailored for player interaction.
- Proficiency in core disciplines like modelling, shading, lighting, and world-building.
- A desire to work within a tight-knit, collaborative team, offering mentorship and guidance to junior colleagues.
- North Star: A willingness to deliver vibrant, expansive, and never-before-seen sci-fi worlds while championing a team rallied by shared enthusiasm and expertise.
If you’re captivated by the challenge of crafting vast, immersive, sci-fi universes—and eager to join a talented, mission-driven team—we invite your creativity.
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Diversity Statement
CIG is a global initiative dedicated to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity in background, lifestyle, and perspective. Their commitment to inclusion ensures that every team member is valued for their unique contributions—embodying authentic recognition and mutual respect in all they do.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CIG strives to attract talent reflective of diverse societies. Each individual’s identity enriches their work environment, just as this studio aims to mirror—and ultimately mirror the holistic, boundless universe they strive to create.
Fraud Warning
Beware of false interactions purporting to represent Cloud Imperium Games. Actual CIG recruiters will never:
- Reach out via fake websites or spoofed email addresses.
- Request sensitive personal information (e.g., bank account numbers, identification details) through social media or unverified chat apps.
- Demand or offer money as part of a new-hire process.
If suspicious communications arise, report them to:
- Your local law enforcement.
- The team directly at info[@]cloudimperiumgames.com with any relevant details.
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