3D Environment Artist

• Type: Contract
• Job #17986

About the role

We are seeking an experienced 3D Environment Artist to design and develop high-fidelity Virtual Reality (VR) training scenarios. These immersive environments will support firefighter training by simulating real-world hazards, enhancing situational awareness, and strengthening operational decision-making.

Working on-site with subject matter experts, trainers, and developers, you will play a key role in shaping lifelike, interactive VR experiences that replicate emergency response conditions. This role combines artistic creativity with technical expertise to deliver visually compelling and performance-optimised environments.
 

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimise immersive 3D environments in Unreal Engine or Unity for VR training scenarios.
• Translate real-world firefighting and emergency response settings into high-quality, interactive virtual environments.
• Apply strong artistic principles of composition, lighting, and storytelling to create realistic and engaging scenes.
• Build and refine assets, materials, and textures to achieve visual impact and technical efficiency.
• Capture and integrate real-world elements using photogrammetry techniques.
• Collaborate closely with developers to ensure seamless integration of environments into the VR pipeline.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and propose improvements to asset workflows.
• Apply Blueprint scripting (Unreal) or equivalent methods to support environment interactions.
• Incorporate feedback from trainers and subject matter experts through iterative development cycles.
• Ensure environments align with training objectives and can be adapted for evolving operational needs.
   

Highly desirable criteria

• Previous experience in simulation, VR training, or emergency response industries.
• Knowledge of optimisation techniques for VR and real-time rendering.
• Familiarity with advanced shaders, materials, and lighting workflows.
• Experience working with government or training-focused organisations.

Desirable criteria

• Exposure to Unity3D and WebGL projects.
• Understanding of real-time rendering constraints in large-scale environments.
• Experience integrating photogrammetry assets into complex environments.
   

Skills and experience

• A strong portfolio demonstrating environment design and realistic 3D scenes.
• Professional experience creating environments in Unreal Engine.
• Proficiency in 3D modelling, texturing, and environment creation tools such as Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, or Substance Painter.
• Strong understanding of Unreal Engine’s environment creation pipelines and tools.
• Competency in Blueprint scripting or equivalent workflows.
• Exceptional artistic ability with a strong eye for lighting, composition, and storytelling.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to adapt to operational and training requirements.

Contact details

For a confidential chat, please contact Raisa on 0437 318 208 or via email at raisa@exclaim-it.com.au. We would be more than happy to provide you with additional information and assist in the application process.