Refactor Games is hiring: Senior Environment Artist – UE5 (Sports / Action / Sim

Senior Environment Artist – UE5 (Sports / Action / Simulation Games) Be among the first 25 applicants Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio. We are developing the next generation of professional football (soccer) video games using Unreal Engine 5. About the Job We’re looking for a Senior Environment Artist to create high-quality, realistic environments for a large-scale AAA game in Unreal Engine 5. The focus is on sports, action, and simulation worlds —stadiums, arenas, training facilities, crowds, and broadcast-inspired presentation layers—delivered with a balance of realism and readability . You’ll be responsible for owning environment assets from blockout through polish, guiding junior artists, and ensuring technical performance without sacrificing visual fidelity. You’ll Work On Building realistic 3D environments including stadiums, arenas, fields, tunnels, locker rooms, and surrounding spaces Designing props, crowd assets, and environmental storytelling details that enhance authenticity Creating modular environment kits that scale across multiple locations and levels Working with art direction to define visual style and mood for sports and simulation settings Collaborating with level designers to align gameplay readability with environmental fidelity Optimizing assets for performance and streaming in Unreal Engine 5 (Nanite, Lumen, LODs) Reviewing and mentoring junior environment artists, setting quality standards Integrating materials, lighting, and VFX to ensure cohesive presentation Requirements 5+ years of environment art experience in 3D games At least 1 shipped 3D game (sports, action, or simulation strongly preferred) Proficiency with Unreal Engine 5 , including Nanite workflows, lighting, and optimization Expertise in Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, or equivalent for modeling and UV work Strong texturing skills in Substance Painter/Designer, Photoshop, or similar tools Solid understanding of PBR materials, lighting, and environment composition Ability to balance real-world accuracy with gameplay readability Bonus Points Experience building stadiums, sports arenas, or large-scale crowds Knowledge of real-time broadcast presentation aesthetics (camera angles, signage, lighting) Familiarity with Houdini for procedural workflows or crowd generation Passion for soccer or sports culture This is a senior, hands-on art role : you’ll own major parts of the environment pipeline, set quality benchmarks, and ensure players feel immersed in authentic, high-energy sports worlds. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Refactor Games by 2x Get notified about new Senior Environment Artist jobs in Beverly Hills, CA . #J-18808-Ljbffr