Location: 102 – Development, Redondo Beach, California (Hybrid)
About GungHo:
GungHo Online Entertainment America Inc., the U.S. branch of GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc. (Japan), is a leading game publisher across AAA, handheld, and mobile platforms. At GungHo, our team of industry veterans shares one passion: creating amazing games that players love.
Position: Realtime Lighting Artist at GungHo
We are hiring a Realtime Lighting Artist to join GungHo Online Entertainment America. In this role, you will craft high-quality real-time environments, handle lighting, shaders, textures, and occasionally assist with 3D modeling and assets for our game titles.
Key Responsibilities at GungHo:
- Lighting: Design and implement lighting setups for gameplay and cinematic scenes. Expertise in Unreal/Unity light baking, lightmaps, optimization, and Level Sequencer.
- Scene Composition: Set up scenes in the game engine, create skyboxes, adjust textures/shaders, and ensure environments align with artistic direction and gameplay.
- Look Development & 3D Modeling: Support material artists, optimize shaders/textures, assist with 3D modeling, and improve assets created by internal/external artists.
- Collaboration & Other Tasks: Work closely with developers to maintain performance and memory budgets. Test prototypes, provide feedback, and stay updated on 3D art best practices.
Requirements for GungHo Candidates:
- 3+ years as a Technical or Material Artist (or similar).
- Extensive experience with Unreal Engine.
- Strong foundation in art and design: composition, color theory, form.
- Knowledge of architecture and city planning.
- Proficiency in Photoshop, Substance Suite, Maya, ZBrush, or similar software.
- Organized asset management experience.
- Strong communication skills, proactive, self-motivated, and a team player.
Bonus Skills for GungHo:
- Particle effects experience.
- Art/Environment Art teaching experience.
- Leadership experience in game art.
- Houdini experience.
Why Work at GungHo:
At GungHo Online Entertainment America, we value collaboration, creativity, and learning. Join GungHo to work alongside specialists, share knowledge, and contribute to games enjoyed by players worldwide.
Perks at GungHo:
- 100% employer-paid insurances: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Long-Term Disability.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid time off: Vacation, Personal, Sick, Holidays, Winter Break.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Business hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM PT.
Salary Range: $60,000 – $100,000 per year
Note: Only applications submitted via the official GungHo Online Entertainment America system or designated recruiters will be considered. Other submissions will not be accepted.