Lead Lighting Artist at CD PROJEKT RED – United States

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Lead Lighting Artist to join our studio in Boston to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. In this role you will bring your expertise, leadership skills, attention to detail, and passion for telling stories through cinematic and emotionally engaging lighting to build and lead a team of exceptional lighting artists.

Leadership & Team Management

Lead the Lighting Team to deliver high-quality, emotionally engaging cinematic lighting. Act as the direct manager for team members, conducting reviews and establishing deliverables while keeping the team motivated, inspired, and productive. Recruiting, leading, mentoring, and guiding the team while fostering a culture of creativity, trust, and technical excellence. Partner with Directors and Production to strategically plan and estimate work, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines. Tracking the progress of assigned lighting tasks and communicating any blockers the team may have.