3D Character Artist

Job Description

We are looking for a talented mid-level 3D Character Artist to work with us on an exciting title.

Ideally an immediate start, provisionally for a 6 month contract with potential for an extension/permanent role.

Responsibilities:

• Design and create 3D character models and textures, ensuring they align with the game's art direction.
• Produce high-quality character assets, props and accessories for in-game use.
• Work on both organic and hard-surface character designs.
• Optimise character assets for performance across different platforms while maintaining visual quality.
• Work closely with the animation team to ensure characters are designed for smooth and expressive animations.
• Take feedback from directors and lead artists and make revisions to meet project requirements.

Requirements

• A high level of proficiency in sculpting, modelling, UV layout and texturing of characters, outfits, accessories and weapons.
• Experience in creating clean, animation ready topology for in-game characters.
• An understanding of how characters express themselves through their physicality, clothing, expression and style.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience working in Maya and Zbrush.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with character animation principles and how they affect modelling and rigging.
• Experience in Substance Painter or similar tools for creating in-game PBR materials.
• Expertise working on and developing in-engine shaders.
• Experience with Unreal Editor.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata)
• Christmas shutdown
• Flexible working hours
• x 4 Half-day Fridays (during the summer months)
• A day off on your birthday
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Weekly Yoga Class
• Anti-Crunch ethos
• Referral Bonus Scheme
• Bike2Work Scheme
• Social Events