Character Artist

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • 3D Art

Job Summary

Job Description

Wargaming seeks an exceptional 3D Character Artist for an unannounced project. Responsibilities include creating highly detailed, unique characters aligning with project art direction; collaborating with a team to develop character look and feel; translating ideas into detailed models considering appearance, costumes, and visual style; and ensuring game-ready assets with realistic textures and topology for animation. The role requires strong knowledge of 3D modeling software (Maya, Blender, Zbrush, Substance Painter), human anatomy, and real-time game engines. The candidate will mentor junior/mid-level artists and contribute to all aspects of character development.
Must have:
  • 5+ years experience
  • AAA title shipped
  • Human anatomy knowledge
  • Game-ready hair creation
  • Realistic human modeling
  • Topology for animation
  • 3D modeling & texturing software proficiency
  • Character texturing & materials expertise
  • Concept translation & detail-orientation
Good to have:
  • Exceptional eye for detail and realism
  • Garment and asset creation (Marvelous Designer)
  • High-poly sculpting and low-poly modeling
  • Character lighting and presentation in game engines
Perks:
  • 21+ days annual leave
  • Additional paid time off
  • Sick Leave
  • Maternity Leave
  • Career development opportunities
  • English Language courses
  • Premium Private Health Care
  • Mental well-being program
  • Onsite gym and spa
  • Free parking
  • Free drinks
  • Hellenic Bank benefits
  • Employee discounts
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Onsite canteen
  • Company events
  • Seniority Awards
  • Referral program

Job Details

Job Overview

We are looking for an exceptional 3D Character Artist to join our team and to be part of a new and exciting project at Wargaming. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional 3D Character models skills, with a focus on realistic art styles.

What will you do?

  • Create highly detailed, interesting, and unique characters that align with the artistic direction of the project.

  • Work as part of an experienced team and help to develop the look and feel of our characters, working alongside the Art Director you will create characters with interesting silhouettes and realistic textures, materials and help drive all aspects of character development and presentation.

  • Translate ideas into detailed character models, considering aspects such as appearance, costumes, accessories, and overall visual style, form and silhouette will be crucial.

What are we looking for?

  • 5+ years of industry experience as a 3D Character Artist or demonstration of at least 1 shipped AAA title.

  • Exceptional understanding of videogame 3D character art and related workflows.

  • A strong understanding of human anatomy and topology.

  • The ability to create game ready hair with realistic textures.

  • A strong understanding of creating realistic humans in videogames.

  • Strong knowledge of creating topology for animation.

  • Strong knowledge of a 3D modelling and texturing software and pipelines (Maya, Blender, Marvelous Designer, Zbrush, Substance Painter, Photoshop).

  • A deep understanding of character texturing and materials.

  • The ability to translate concepts to match the desired art direction with an attention to detail.

  • Good English communication and writing skills.

  • A problem-solving mentality with a team first attitude.

  • Self-motivated with a productive attitude and the ability to work without direct supervision.

  • Expert understanding of current game art processes, limitations, and dependencies.

  • A good knowledge of real-time game engines and rendering.

  • The ability to mentor junior and mid-level artists.

What additional skills will help you stand out?

  • An eye on detail and realism.

  • A good eye for character art and design.

  • Demonstration of both facial and body anatomy to a high level.

  • Garment and asset creation.

  • Garments created with Marvelous Designer.

  • High poly sculpting and detailing.

  • Lowpoly modeling with realistic materials and textures.

  • Character lighting and presentation in current game engines.

Work mode

Hybrid (3-4 days of work from the office)

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Nicosia include:

  • 21 days annual leave (additional days based on years of service: up to 25 days) 
  • Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave) 
  • Sick Leave (10 days top-up to statutory allowance per year)
  • Maternity Leave (18 weeks top-up to statutory allowance per case)
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • English Language courses fully covered by the company upon Manager’s approval
  • Premium Private Health Care
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Onsite gym and spa
  • Free parking
  • Free drinks-equipped kitchen in every floor building
  • Hellenic Bank benefits
  • Employee discounts (e.g. restaurants, bars, etc.)
  • Personal Gaming Account 
  • Onsite canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
  • Company events, Social Clubs
  • Seniority Awards  
  • Referral program - You can recommend the best talents to the company and receive a reward 

 

Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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