Principal Lighting Artist - Remote

Overview

Ghost Story Games is a self-publishing game development studio. Our studio designed and released award-winning games, such as System Shock 2, BioShock and BioShock Infinite. We are currently working on Judas and would love for you to be part of our team.

In Short

• Play a key role in pushing the visual and technical quality bar for lighting.
• Help diagnose and refine the technical pipeline and custom toolset for lighting.
• Uphold the highest standards of aesthetic and technical quality in your work.
• Expertise in real-time gameplay lighting and crafting stunning scenes.
• Proficient in Unreal Engine 4 and balancing game-spanning illumination.
• Familiarity with performance evaluation and optimization.
• Proactive problem solver and collaborator across departments.
• Ability to mentor other Lighting Artists and support team collaboration.
• Passion for narrative-driven games, particularly First Person Shooters.
• Experience working effectively with diverse teams.

Requirements

• Established experience as a Senior to Principal Lighting Artist.
• Extensive experience in real-time lighting for gameplay.
• Expert eye for value, color, composition, and visual hierarchy.
• Proficient in Unreal Engine and technical lighting standards.
• Experience in performance evaluation and optimization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate.
• Mindfulness towards team efficiency and cross-functional tasks.
• Ability to pitch creative and technical improvements.
• Experience in mentoring and supporting team members.
• Passion for narrative-driven game design.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on award-winning games.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.
• Potential for professional growth and mentorship.
• Engagement in cross-departmental projects.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.