Hard Surface Artist (Fixed-Term)

We are PUBG, the global battle royale phenomenon! After the release of our flagship title in 2017 we have become one of the highest selling games of all time with over 75 million copies sold – that’s a lot of Chicken Dinners! And that's only the beginning: PUBG Madison is developing an exciting new IP that aims to push the shooter genre forward.

Our state-of-the art studio and brand-new motion capture studio are in the heart of Madison, WI, a city frequently named the best place to live in the US for its vibrant culture, natural beauty, and outstanding educational institutions. PUBG Madison has been named a Top Workplace in 2025 and 2026 for our positive, strong company culture and is located within the Madison hub for innovation and learning. Experience the perfect balance of urban excitement and natural tranquility in a city with more than 200 miles of hiking and biking trails, an incredible downtown farmer’s market, and family-friendly neighborhoods. ||This role is open to remote work for those located in the United States or Canada, although preference is given to those who are willing to relocate/live locally.||

This is a six-month fixed term full-time position with benefits.

The Person We’re Looking For

PUBG Madison is looking for an experienced and versatile Hard Surface Artist to join our team. to help create high- quality, detailed, and realistic assets. You will collaborate closely with multiple disciplines to define the look and aesthetic feel of weapons, and other hard-surface elements. A strong passion for crafting assets that not only look stunning but also feel authentic in gameplay is essential to creating best-in-class art. If you have experience building photorealistic weapons and are excited about contributing to this effort, we’d love to see your application! This role reports to the Lead of Player Art.

Responsibilities

• Create game-ready weapons and other hard surface assets from concept to final polish.
• Work with Leads, Concept Artists, Designers, Animators, and Engineers to ensure assets meet technical and artistic standards.
• Collaborate with producers and leads to plan, track, and deliver tasks on schedule.
• Provide and implement constructive feedback across the art team, including to outsource vendors, to maintain consistency and quality.
• Contribute to pipeline development, tool improvements, and documentation.
  
  

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience creating weapons, hero props, or hard surface assets for AAA games.
• Expert knowledge of modeling, UVs, and texturing using industry-standard software (Maya, 3ds, Max, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Suite, etc.).
• Strong understanding of realistic weapon design including silhouette, forms, function, and material definition.
• Portfolio demonstrating high-quality, optimized weapons presented in-engine.
• Experience with Unreal Engine technology.
• Skilled at producing efficient, clean models with proper UVs and PBR textures.
• Knowledge of first- and third-person asset requirements for gameplay integration.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate and give feedback.
• Self-driven, organized, and able to work effectively under deadline.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with a weapon production pipeline.
• Additional skills in material creation, concepting, etc.
• Knowledge of rigging or technical art.
  
  

What We Offer

• A highly competitive total compensation package
• Comprehensive employer funded healthcare – ensuring you pay nothing out of pocket for in-network medical care
• Employer-paid premiums for dental, vision, short & long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D insurance
• Generous time off including 20 days of prorated PTO, 12 paid holidays and a studio-wide holiday break annually
• Generous annual sick leave days to prioritize your well-being
• Annual health & wellness, video game, and continuing education reimbursements
• Industry-leading family planning and fertility care benefits, including gender-affirming care, through Carrot Fertility
• Enjoy free catered lunches, meal reimbursements, and snacks and beverages for in office staff
• Engage in regular team outings and events to foster a positive work culture
• 401K with a company match for your financial well-being
  
  

PUBG Studios provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.