Expert Character Artist

2 Months ago • 8 Years + • Game Story Writing/Narrative Design

Job Summary

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED seeks an Expert Character Artist for their Boston studio to contribute to Project Orion, the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel. Responsibilities encompass independent creation of high-fidelity character assets, collaboration with rigging, tech art, and animation teams, establishing best practices, texturing, preparation of assets for key visuals, working closely with the Art Director and art team, maintaining and improving the character production pipeline, preparing briefs for outsourcing, reviewing vendor work, collaborating with directors and production on planning and estimations, and mentoring junior artists. The ideal candidate possesses at least 8 years of experience in creating high-quality 3D models, expertise in sculpting and scanning pipelines, exceptional modeling and texturing skills, a strong understanding of human and animal anatomy, proficiency in both organic and hard-surface modeling, and expert-level skills in industry-standard software. Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential.
Must have:
  • 8+ years 3D modeling experience
  • Expert in sculpting & texturing
  • Proficient in organic & hard-surface modeling
  • Strong anatomy understanding
  • Collaboration & communication skills
Perks:
  • Company paid medical healthcare
  • Paid Leave (20 days/year)
  • 401K with employer matching
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • Flexible working hours
  • Trainings & courses
  • Dog-friendly office

Job Details

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Expert Character Artist to join our studio in Boston to work on Project Orion, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. This candidate will bring their years of expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and passion for creating life-like characters to help drive the next generation of high fidelity characters in games. 

Daily Responsibilities

  • Works independently to create high fidelity character assets.
  • Collaborate with rigging, tech art and animation to guarantee that models are optimal for animation needs.
  • Help create and enforce best practices.
  • Texturing and preparing assets for key visuals.
  • Working closely with the Art Director as well as the art team.
  • Maintaining and improving the character production pipeline.
  • Write and prepare briefs for work with outsource vendors, review work as necessary.
  • Work with directors and Production to estimate and plan work.
  • Mentor other character artists and help build an environment of creativity, trust, and excellence.

Qualifications

  • Ability to work independently to identify and own work, deliver results.
  • At least 8 years of experience in creating quality 3D models.
  • Experience with sculpting and scanning pipelines for character creation.
  • Modeling and texturing skills in a diverse visual range of characters and creatures.
  • Very good understanding of human as well as animal form and anatomy.
  • Skills in both organic and hard-surface modeling.
  • Solid portfolio demonstrating expertise.
  • Expert level skills with industry standard sculpting and texturing software packages. 
  • Design skills showing creative flair and out-of-the-box thinking.
  • Able to deliver and receive feedback in a productive and accountable manner.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and collaboration skills.

Additional Information

This job requires working in Boston, US.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity. 

Health & Well-being

  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
  • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
  • 401K with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
  • Merch — regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

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About The Company

CD PROJEKT RED is home to over 1000 game-making professionals from all over the globe. We speak many different languages, but share one love — video games.


We are creators of The Witcher series of games, including the acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Most recently, we have created Cyberpunk 2077 and its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty.


We are headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, with studios in Cracow and Wroclaw. In North America, we operate in Vancouver and will be opening a new studio in Boston to drive development on the followup to Cyberpunk 2077. 


We’re proud to have a gamer-first approach, a diverse & supportive culture, and a focus on mature, meaningful storytelling that will inspire gamers for years to come.


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