Job Overview
| Category | Details |
| Hiring Company | Serviceplan Group |
| Location | Munich, Germany |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Experience Level | Professional Experience |
About Serviceplan Group
Serviceplan Group is seeking to integrate an exceptionally talented individual into our growing team in Munich. We are a dynamic agency group dedicated to delivering projects for premium clients with the highest standards of visual quality and aesthetic excellence. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages collaboration across all levels, operating on a first-name basis to facilitate open and effective exchange.
The Role: Lighting and Shading Artist (Unreal Engine)
We are looking for a full-time Lighting and Shading Artist (all genders) who possesses deep expertise in the Unreal Engine. The ideal candidate is characterized by an excellent eye for detail, profound technical knowledge of Epic’s Unreal Engine, and the ability to work independently within complex CGI pipelines. Experience in photography or as a Director of Photography (DOP) is a distinct advantage.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be instrumental in the visual execution of high-end projects, with a focus on optimization and aesthetic fidelity:
- Visual Quality Assurance:
Work on challenging projects for premium clients, consistently delivering the highest standards of visual quality and aesthetics. - Asset Optimization:
Develop, manage, and optimize 3D assets specifically within the Unreal Engine for high-quality stills and cinematics, ensuring all assets meet required real-time performance specifications. - Shading & Lighting Setup:
Take ownership of setting up and fine-tuning complex shaders and lighting configurations within Unreal Engine to achieve optimal performance and outstanding visual results. - Artistic Alignment:
Take responsibility for the visual and technical quality of all assigned assets, ensuring strict alignment with the Art Director’s creative vision. - Pipeline Enhancement:
Collaborate closely with our internal development team to continuously improve and enhance our existing CG pipeline and departmental workflows. - Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a growing, highly motivated team of CG artists to meet ambitious project goals.
Required Qualifications and Expertise
- Experience:
A minimum of 4 years of production experience is required, ideally within the field of automotive visualization utilizing the Unreal Engine. - Unreal Engine Proficiency:
Proven experience as a lighting and shading artist working extensively with Unreal Engine and traditional tools such as Maya, 3DS Max, or V-Ray. - PBR Workflow:
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing physically based rendering (PBR) materials within the Unreal Engine. - Pipeline Understanding:
Deep familiarity with complex CGI pipelines and industry-standard workflows. - Passion:
A profound passion for creating high-quality visualizations and engagement with automotive projects. - Work Style:
Ability to work independently with a structured, solution-oriented mindset; capable of effective prioritization through strong organizational skills and excellent time management. - Language Skills:
Very good English skills (spoken and written) and very good German skills are mandatory. - Technical Competence:
Understanding and competence in digital infrastructures, including website rollout, maintenance, support, and information security.
What We Offer
We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional growth and work-life balance:
- Seamless Onboarding:
A perfect start ensured through personal mentoring and structured digital onboarding sessions. - Professional Development:
Access to our internal campus training program for continuous development of technical, methodological, and personal skills, including voluntary language courses and regular coaching. - Flexibility:
Flexible working hours, mobile office options, and job-sharing models to adapt your career to your life. - Culture & Events:
Regular after-work and team events (including virtual formats) to foster team spirit and social interaction. - Well-being & Mobility:
An extensive sports program and mobility support through agency bicycles and e-bike/e-bike leasing. - Accessibility:
Our modern Munich office is strategically located and easily accessible via public transport. - Global Network:
Opportunity to exchange ideas and network with colleagues from various disciplines across our internationally operating agency group.
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to submit their detailed application documents, including their salary expectations and earliest possible starting date.
Note:
Please attach your current showreel / portfolio to your application. We only use our official career page/trusted platforms and official systems for hiring; we never use social messaging apps (WhatsApp, TikTok, Instagram) or request payments during the hiring process.
