Game Artist – Generalist

Sony Interactive Entertainment

. Translate rough concepts, references, and design ideas into finalized 2D and 3D game assets, including environments, characters, props, and supporting visual elements .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $109,600 - $164,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in creating and optimizing 2D and 3D game assets, including environments, characters, and props, while maintaining a consistent visual style. Proficient in using industry-standard tools and real-time game engines to deliver high-quality visual elements that enhance gameplay.

Highest-signal resume keywords

2D And 3D Game Asset CreationUnity Or Unreal Engine ProficiencyStrong Proficiency With PhotoshopModeling And Texturing SkillsUnderstanding Of Color Theory And Composition

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Hard Skills

ModelingTexturingLightingMaterialsBasic RiggingAnimationVisual ReadabilityOptimizationAsset BudgetsPerformance Considerations

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

MayaBlenderZBrushSubstance PainterDCC Software

Industry Keywords

Game AssetsVisual StyleParticle EffectsVFXPlaytests

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

UnityUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate rough concepts, references, and design ideas into finalized 2D and 3D game assets, including environments, characters, props, and supporting visual elements
Model, texture, and optimize high- and low-poly assets for real-time game engines
Create textures, materials, and shaders supporting the game’s visual style and technical requirements
Import, organize, and set up assets, scenes, cameras, lighting, and materials in Unity or Unreal Engine
Create particle effects, simple animations, material effects, and other VFX
Collaborate with designers, engineers, animators, and other team members to support gameplay mechanics, readability, and performance budgets
Iterate on assets based on stakeholder feedback, playtests, and technical constraints
Maintain organized source files and follow naming, versioning, and implementation standards
Help define and maintain a consistent visual style across asset types and game systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Broad generalist skillset across modeling, texturing, lighting, materials, and basic rigging or animation
Strong proficiency with Photoshop and DCC software including Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter, or equivalent tools
Experience with real-time game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine
Strong understanding of color theory, composition, lighting, form, silhouette, and visual readability
Ability to create assets across stylized and realistic styles
Portfolio demonstrating strong artistic fundamentals and completed 2D and/or 3D game artwork
Ability to work independently and solve visual and technical problems with minimal oversight
Strong communication skills and collaboration with design and engineering disciplines
Understanding of optimization, asset budgets, and performance considerations for real-time games
Background check required at the offer stage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Matching 401(k)
Paid time off
Wellness program
Employee discounts for Sony products
May be eligible for a bonus package
Flexible remote work arrangement