Senior Production Designer - Virtual & Augmented Reality

Our client, a visionary studio pushing the boundaries of immersive entertainment, is seeking a highly creative and experienced Senior Production Designer to join their team in Zaria, Kaduna, NG . This role offers a unique blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and realizing the visual identity and environments for groundbreaking Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) experiences. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional artistic talent, a deep understanding of 3D art pipelines, and a passion for storytelling within interactive and immersive mediums. You will collaborate closely with directors, game designers, and technical artists to translate creative visions into stunning, interactive realities.

Key Responsibilities: Develop and define the overall visual aesthetic and art direction for VR/AR projects. Create concept art, mood boards, storyboards, and detailed environment designs. Design and model 3D assets, environments, and characters, ensuring they meet artistic and technical requirements. Collaborate with technical artists to optimize assets for real-time rendering in VR/AR engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine). Ensure consistency in art style and quality across all project assets. Work closely with level designers to build immersive and engaging virtual spaces. Provide art direction and feedback to junior artists and external vendors. Stay current with the latest trends and technologies in VR/AR development, 3D art, and game design. Contribute to the development of art pipelines and best practices. Present design concepts and progress updates to stakeholders. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Digital Art, Game Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in 3D art, concept art, or environmental design, with a significant portion dedicated to VR/AR projects. Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional artistic skills in environment design, 3D modeling, texturing, and lighting for immersive experiences. Proficiency in industry-standard 3D modeling and texturing software (e.g., Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, Substance Painter, ZBrush). Experience with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine. Solid understanding of VR/AR hardware capabilities and limitations. Excellent understanding of composition, color theory, and lighting. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines. Passion for interactive storytelling and cutting-edge technology. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the visual future of immersive entertainment, working on projects that are redefining interactive experiences. Join our client and bring your artistic vision to life in the exciting world of VR and AR.