The minions of Hell are growing stronger...
We're working on a new, unannounced Diablo project. Are you a skilled Dungeon Artist? Come work with us, and together we will build something exceptional.
Our team of talented developers is growing. Our backgrounds are diverse, but we all share a real passion for what we do. We believe that if you’re looking for a tight-knit crew that celebrates self-expression and embraces collaboration, we might be a phenomenal fit for you.
Stuff We Will Trust You With
Modeling and texturing compelling assets. Essential skills include a solid grasp of form, color, and light for both 2D and 3D art assets. You can concept, model, and texture your work! You are also up on the latest tools and technology. The ideal candidate works well in an environment of peers who are passionate about working on the dark gothic world of Diablo, making great games, killing millions of monsters and getting loot!
Stuff You Can Rightfully Brag About
What will it take to be successful in this role? Well, we’re always looking for people who are game developers first and who can help us become even better than we are today, so these are probably some of your previous achievements:
Work directly with level design to build atmospheric dungeons with a focus on composition, detail and mood, while ensuring that the gameplay space is readable.
Author environmental assets for a modern pipeline including modeling, and texturing assets for the Diablo World
Work with Lead Environment Artist and the Art Director to ensure all environments are meeting the high-quality bar Blizzard is known for.
Serve as an active participant in team art discussions, critiques and reviews.
3+ years’ experience with world building and efficiently putting together in-game environments. Development experience modeling and texturing assets using Maya, ZBrush, and Substance painter/designer.
Experience and a portfolio demonstrating assets developed in a modern pipeline and in game examples of World Building.
Experience working with a lead artist or art director in developing a unique and cohesive modeling and texturing style for environment assets
An exceptional understanding of form, shape, structure, composition and silhouette as it relates to world building and modeling.
Able to work creatively as part of a large or small group
Ability to mentor junior environment artists and provide meaningful feedback
Self-driven, excellent communicator, big picture minded and a model team-player
Thinks of themselves as a game developer first, and an artist second
Organized and can optimize levels and assets for performance and memory.
And yeah, you will need these things to apply
Cover Letter which should include: Why you are interested in working at Blizzard What games you are currently playing
Portfolio demonstrating relevant programming and artistic skills required Only online artwork submissions will be accepted (e.g. website, blog or online album)
Must be willing to complete a test if requested to do so
Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Accommodation Request: We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [email protected]. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
telborn on June 5th, 2018 at 19:30 UTC »
Diablo Kart 64. that's for sure.
yuch1102 on June 5th, 2018 at 18:27 UTC »
Diablo 4? It's time...it's been 6 years
ProbablyHighAsShit on June 5th, 2018 at 18:05 UTC »
World of Diablo.