3D Character Artist (Mid-Senior)
At a glance
Senior role at thatgamecompany. Remote, United States · full-time · $81,000–$114,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Create characters and cosmetic assets that fit Sky’s visual direction, then prepare them through skinning
- Turn early design discussions into quick 3D prototypes alongside project leads, concept artists, designers and engineers
- Help other 3D artists build character assets and troubleshoot bugs of varying complexity
- Add to art team guides and shared resources, while supporting an inclusive workplace
What you bring
- An online portfolio that demonstrates your character art capabilities
- Three or more years creating 3D characters professionally within a game studio
- Strong modeling skills using Maya or a comparable program
- Familiarity with Maya rigging and skinning, plus industry tools for sculpting and material creation
Who this fits
This mid-to-senior individual contributor role suits an artist who works well with feedback and teammates and enjoys making memorable game characters. The position is remote. You must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. or Canada; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
From the employer
3D Character Artist (Mid-Senior)
thatgamecompany is looking for a Mid-Senior 3D Character Artist to join our team!
Responsibilities:
Create 3D characters and cosmetics in a visual style aligned with the world of Sky
Skinning character and cosmetic assets
Collaborate with project leads, concept artists, designers, and engineers
Brainstorm ideas and create rapid 3D prototypes during the concept and design phase
Support the rest of the 3D team to create character assets
Review and fix bugs of all complexities
Contribute to documentation and resource libraries for the art department
Promote, contribute to, and participate in a culture of inclusion and diversity
Must Haves:
Online portfolio demonstrating character art skills
3+ years of experience as a 3D Character Artist at a game studio
Proficient modeling skills in Maya or equivalent
Self-motivated, humble, and a team player
Open-minded and able to implement feedback from peers and art directors in a timely manner
Passion for creating memorable characters for games
Understanding of Industry Standard Software such as Photoshop, ZBrush, and Texture Creation/Material Editing (Substance Painter/Unity)
Familiarity with Maya rigging/skinning
Nice to Haves:
A passionate Gamer
A Sky Player
Human Anatomy & Animal Anatomy knowledge
Understanding of clothing construction and real-world materials
Strive to create a gaming experience that brings a positive impact to the gaming world
Experience creating a game from the ground up
Portfolio demonstrating a variety of art styles
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
The salary range for this position is $81,000 USD to $114,000 USD annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company’s compensation practices.
Employees in this position are eligible to participate in the Company’s standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.
Our base pay is benchmarked against regional market and industry data and is adjusted to reflect the cost of living in your specific geographic area.
We look forward to meeting you!
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