Character Artist

7 Months ago • All levels

3D Art

Job Description

Wushu Studios is seeking a talented mid-level 3D Character Artist for a AAA title. This is a 6-month contract position with the potential for extension or a permanent role. Responsibilities include designing and creating 3D character models and textures, producing high-quality assets (props, accessories), optimizing assets for performance, collaborating with the animation team, and incorporating feedback from leads. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of proficiency in sculpting, modeling, UV layout, and texturing, with experience in creating animation-ready topology. A strong understanding of character expression and excellent communication skills are essential. Proficiency in Maya and ZBrush is required.

Good To Have:

Familiar with animation principles
Substance Painter experience
Shader development expertise
Unreal Editor experience

Must Have:

Proficient in sculpting, modeling, UV, texturing
Create animation-ready topology
Understand character expression
Maya & Zbrush expertise
Excellent communication

Perks:

25 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata)
Christmas shutdown
Flexible working hours
4 Half-day Fridays (summer)
Birthday off
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Weekly Yoga Class
Anti-Crunch ethos
Referral Bonus Scheme
Bike2Work Scheme
Social Events

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