As the Lead Weapon Artist at Cloud Imperium Games, you will be leading the team responsible for creating all the highly detailed, functional, and visually impressive weapons and FPS devices in the game. The Star Citizen universe has a diverse array of weapon manufacturers, who create weapons in a variety of styles and sizes. This is everything from gigantic capital ship weapons to military spec rifles or smaller civilian FPS gadgets and even alien weaponry.

Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.

For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out – https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA

What do our Lead Weapon Artists do?

  • Lead a team of dedicated weapon artists by managing their workload and supporting with their art and development.
  • Pioneer best practices and set artistic standards for the team.
  • Push the weapon art pipeline and our processes forward.
  • Collaborate with Weapon Content and Feature teams.
  • Work closely with Concept Art Director and Design, to deliver beautiful but functional weapons and devices.

What would we expect from our Lead Weapon Artists?

  • Demonstrable professional game development experience.
  • Proven management skills and experience in a leadership role.
  • Deep knowledge and understanding of cutting-edge weapon art production practices and industrial design sense.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with the departments involved in the weapons pipeline.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and solve complex problems.

If our Weapons team sounds like your perfect fit, and if you are passionate about games, love art, and most importantly, you believe you can take us to the next level, then please apply immediately!

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