3D Modeler – Stylized Toys, Dolls & Collectibles

Pazu is seeking a talented Senior 3D Character Modeler specializing in stylized toys, dolls, and collectibles. The role involves translating 2D character designs into accurate, appealing 3D models, preparing them for toy production, and implementing toy-engineering details like joints and part separation. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in 3D modeling/sculpting, proficiency with tools like ZBrush, Blender, Maya, and Substance Painter, and a solid understanding of stylized anatomy and character design principles.

Must Have

• Excel at translating 2D character designs into accurate, appealing 3D models.
• Create production-ready 3D toy models (poseable figures, stylized characters, vinyl).
• Build optimized topology and implement toy-engineering details (joints, part separation, tolerances).
• Prepare paint masks, turnarounds, exploded views, and factory-ready files.
• 5+ Proven experience in 3D modeling / sculpting (portfolio required).
• Proficiency in ZBrush /Blender or Maya /Substance Painter.
• Proven ability to translate 2D stylized characters into clean, appealing 3D forms.
• Solid understanding of stylized anatomy, silhouettes, appeal, and character design principles.
• Experience working on toys, collectibles, or physical character products.
• Familiarity with toy production workflows, including injection molding, vinyl and PVC production, resin prototyping.
• Excellent English written and verbal.

Good to Have

• Willingness and ability to learn the technical aspects of toy design and engineering with proper guidance.
• Creative, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and in a team.

Description

We are looking for a talented 3D Character Modeler with strong stylized modeling skills and experience preparing models for toy production.

Before anything else, you must excel at translating 2D character designs into accurate, appealing 3D models that preserve proportions, charm, and stylistic identity.

This role includes creating models for stylized dolls, articulated/poseable figures, designer toys, and collectible figurines, including models requiring engineered joints and functional part separation.

Responsibilities

• Convert stylized 2D character art into appealing 3D models with accurate silhouettes, proportions, and expressions.
• Create production-ready 3D toy models (poseable figures, stylized characters, vinyl).
• Build optimized topology and implement toy-engineering details (joints, part separation, tolerances).
• Prepare paint masks, turnarounds, exploded views, and factory-ready files.
• Collaborate with art direction to match the intended style.

Requirements

• 5+ Proven experience in 3D modeling / sculpting (portfolio required). Mid- Senior
• ZBrush /Blender or Maya /Substance Painter
• Proven ability to translate 2D stylized characters into clean, appealing 3D forms.
• Solid understanding of stylized anatomy, silhouettes, appeal, and character design principles.
• Willingness and ability to learn the technical aspects of toy design and engineering with proper guidance.
• Experience working on toys, collectibles, or physical character products.
• Familiarity with toy production workflows, including:injection molding vinyl and PVC production, resin prototyping
• Creative, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and in a team.
• Excellent English written and verbal.