Gala
Gala is creating entertainment that empowers on the blockchain. Across our family of brands including Games, Music, Film and VOX, we’re empowering creators and fans to build the future of entertainment.
Powered by talent from around the globe, our fully remote organization believes in making bold moves to create products that have never been seen before in the marketplace. Gala was founded by Eric Schiermeyer (gaming legend and co-founder of Zynga), and Michael McCarthy (the Creative Director behind viral gaming hits such as Farmville 2). Since then, Gala has grown to be a leader in Web3 entertainment.
Under the Gala brand, we have a growing roster of reputable partners across Gaming and Entertainment including DreamWorks, AMC and nbcu.plus, legendary game developers Peter Molyneux and Will Wright, as well as music greats like Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Kings of Leon and BT.
Our values are based on openness and ownership and the ability to deliver games, experiences, and opportunities to people worldwide. We are breaking down barriers to bring our communities joy, entertainment, and real-world value.
At Gala, we work remotely with flexibility; we have a great time with our colleagues and love getting things done. While working here, you’ll imagine and create new and exciting things for the world to enjoy. Your talents and efforts will improve our audiences’ lives in the real world.
And this is just the beginning… The Role
Gala is excited to announce our Last Expedition team is adding to their Art team on this amazing, PVPVE FPS game. We are looking for a Senior Hard Surface Modeler who will be responsible for creating high-quality hard surface models and assets for use in the game.
You will work closely with the Art Director and team to build and maintain qualitative goals and artistic consistency, setting high visual standards. You will be an integral part of the art team tasked with designing and implementing a wide range of in-game art assets.
This is a unique opportunity to be immersed in a phenomenal team working on the gaming evolution, working on new and exciting things all while working with some of the best and most talented devs in the industry. Read on and apply to be a part of the gaming evolution! Responsibilities
Create in-game-ready, real-time 3D vehicles (exterior and cockpit interiors), weapons, and environment assets.
Collaborate with the Art Director and other team members to develop and implement a consistent art style for the game
Ensure that all models and assets are optimized for game performance and meet technical requirements
Maintain a high level of quality and attention to detail in all work produced
Works with the production team (Modelers, Technical Directors, Painters, and Animators) to determine the ‘look" for an object.
Collaborate closely with the engineering and art teams to create beautiful and believable assets without sacrificing performance, readability, and gameplay.
Flexibility to do organic sculpting and Hard surface modeling
Balance artistic aspects with technical constraints, maintaining quality and performance standards
Essential Skills and Qualifications
5+ years of experience as a hard surface modeler, with a strong portfolio of work demonstrating proficiency in creating high-quality hard surface models for games
Strong understanding of Unreal 4 & 5, Lumen, and Nanite
Strong understanding of game development pipelines and the technical requirements for game assets
Proficient in industry-standard 3D modeling and texturing software, such as Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Photoshop
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of quality in all work produced
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to provide feedback and mentorship to other team members
Experience working with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine
Self-motivated, stellar work ethic, fun collaborator
Excited by problem-solving
Fearless
Self-motivated, stellar work ethic, fun collaborator
Excited by problem-solving
Fearless
Nice-to-Have Skills and Qualifications
- Prior successful experience working in a fully remote position
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Gala is an equal opportunity employer and adopts a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do. Employee Benefits
Competitive Salary
Flexible Working Hours
Unlimited PTO
Fully Remote and Location Independence
US Based Employees 100% covered for employees (Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance)
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program and several
NEXT STEPS
If you have the experience, passion and drive to join our team then please submit a resume by clicking the apply button below!
Gala does not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Gala will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.
$60,000 — $105,000/year
