Lead Lighting and Shading Artist Unreal

Your role in the team

Our expectations of you

Qualifications

• You bring proven expertise as a lightning and shading artist using Unreal Engine and other tools such as Maya, 3DS Max, V-Ray or similar.
• You are confident in PBR material development in Unreal Engine.
• You are familiar with complex CGI pipelines and understand how to optimize content for real-time use.
• You know how to inspire and energize team members towards achieving common goals.
• You have a keen eye for detail and interest in automotive projects and a strong sense of visual storytelling.
• You have excellent organizational and communication skills, work independently and structured, and enjoy leading and supporting a creative team.
• You are fluent in English (spoken and written); German is a plus.
• Understanding and competence in digital infrastructures, as well as website rollout, maintenance, support and information security.

Experience

• You have at least 8 years of production experience, ideally in high-end automotive visualization.
• Ideally, you also bring experience with Unreal Blueprints, version control systems (e.g., Git), and 2D tools like Photoshop, After Effects, or Substance. A background in photography or as a DOP, as well as experience with full-CG environments, is a strong plus.