Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Lead 3D Generalist to join our art team and take ownership of 3D content creation across multiple game projects. This role requires a strong understanding of the entire 3D pipeline—modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, and rendering—along with leadership skills to guide and mentor a team of artists. The ideal candidate will have experience in mobile or PC game development and a strong eye for detail and aesthetics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the 3D art team to deliver high-quality assets and animations.
- Oversee the full 3D pipeline including modeling, texturing, shading, lighting, and basic rigging/animation.
- Collaborate with game designers, developers, and technical artists to ensure art assets meet functional and artistic expectations.
- Maintain consistent visual quality and style across all 3D assets and environments.
- Review, critique, and provide feedback on asset creation to ensure best practices and optimization.
- Help define workflows and processes to improve production efficiency.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies.
Requirements:
- 7+ years of professional experience in 3D art for games, animation, or interactive media.
- Proven experience leading or mentoring a 3D art team.
- Strong proficiency in Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and the Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience working with unity game engine.
- Solid understanding of asset optimization for mobile or real-time rendering.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- A strong portfolio demonstrating a wide range of 3D art capabilities, including environments, characters, and props.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with animation and rigging workflows.
- Knowledge of VFX and shaders.
- Familiarity with project management tools like Trello, Jira, or Asana.
- Passion for gaming and interactive storytelling.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on exciting game titles with a passionate team.
- Creative freedom and ownership of your work.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Competitive salary and growth opportunities.