Graduate Artist

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap.

This role is offered on a full in-studio basis or a hybrid basis (typically 3 days per week in the studio). We can provide a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate.

As a Graduate Artist, you’ll support the creation of high-quality 3D assets across a variety of areas: props, environments, vehicles, terrain, foliage, and more. You’ll work closely with the wider art team to learn industry-standard tools, workflows, and best practices, developing practical skills in asset creation and engine integration.

This is a learning-focused role where you'll contribute to production while building your skills, receiving regular feedback, and growing your understanding of how great art supports gameplay and immersion.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Assist in the creation and modification of in-game 3D assets to support project needs.
• Work from concept art, reference, or direction to produce simple game-ready models and textures.
• Learn and apply best practices in 3D asset workflows, from blockout to final polish.
• Follow established art styles, naming conventions, and integration processes.
• Collaborate with immediate team members and respond to feedback from peers and leads.
• Participate in team meetings, art reviews, and milestone check-ins.
• Ask for help or flag issues that are blocking progress, and report regularly to your lead or mentor.
• Develop your working knowledge of environment and prop pipelines, engine tools, and performance considerations.
• Maintain documented work that supports easy handover and collaboration.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• A portfolio that demonstrates ability in 3D asset creation, with a good understanding of form and material use.
• Basic experience using Maya for 3D modelling.
• Familiarity with Substance Painter and Photoshop for texturing.
• Experience with ZBrush.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
• Passion for games and creating immersive, believable worlds.
• Degree in Art or Game Art.

BONUS IF YOU HAVE

• Exposure to tools such as Gaea or SpeedTree.
• Awareness of game engine workflows and how assets fit into real-time environments.
• Familiarity with PBR pipelines and the asset creation process from blockout to completion.
• Experience with other tools such as Blender or 3ds Max.

You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players.

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.

We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.