Senior Artist, Virtual Art Department

We are launching an exciting new project within our Virtual Art Department (VAD) that will push the absolute boundaries of real-time world‑building and ICVFX. We’re building out a world‑class team to execute this ambitious vision on a global stage, providing a rare opportunity to showcase the true power of cutting‑edge virtual production technology. If you want to help define the future of collaborative and realtime filmmaking, we need your expertise to make this project truly amazing. We are seeking a talented Senior Artist to join our Los Angeles team! Responsibilities Advocate for and promote best practices in realtime environment performance, including asset creation, materials, lighting, and related workflows specifically tailored for in‑camera visual effects (ICVFX) and LED volumes Serve as an integral contributor within Magnopus’s Virtual Art Department development team Create vast, highly detailed, photorealistic procedural landscapes and digital environments optimized for live virtual production execution Exceptional problem‑solving skills and the ability to think creatively Partner with Production Designers and Art Directors to provide cohesive lighting solutions Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with key stakeholders Work closely with the team to tackle complex challenges while shaping and refining best practices and workflows Document tools and techniques for departmental reference Assist Lead Artist with creating schedules and timelines for projects Mentoring junior artists while setting visual quality standards Work with Leads and stakeholders to address notes from clients or creative teams Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Art Lead Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience with real‑time environment art creation in Unreal Demonstrated experience building and lighting virtual environments Expertise in Maya for modeling and UV work Excellent proficiency in Substance Painter/Designer and Photoshop Proven expertise in terrain generation software such as Gaea or World Machine to create vast, expansive, and high‑fidelity natural landscapes Strong understanding of authoring texture and material following PBR principles Passion for innovation and a steadfast commitment to leading‑edge industry trends and technologies Experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams using task‑management software (JIRA, Shotgun, etc.) Nice to Haves Direct experience working on a live LED volume stage or within a dedicated Virtual Art Department (VAD) environment Visual Effects experience Knowledge of shaders/materials and how they work under the hood Basic Scripting Knowledge (C# / Javascript / Python) Background in cinematography, film lighting, or live‑action production Animation/Rigging Experience Passion for innovation and a steadfast commitment to leading‑edge industry trends, virtual art department pipelines, and AI tool workflows $80,000 - $130,000 a year #J-18808-Ljbffr Magnopus