[Hiring] 3D Character Artist @thatgamecompany

Role Description

thatgamecompany is looking for a Mid-Senior 3D Character Artist to join our team!

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $81,000 USD to $114,000 USD annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus.
• 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.