Senior/Lead Character Artist - Remote EMEA

Keywords Studios, the leading provider of technical and creative services to the global gaming industry, boasts over 13,000 staff across 70+ studios spanning 26 countries, serving over 950 clients worldwide.

Some of our studios seek 3D Character artists for senior and lead roles.

Role responsibilities:

• Create high-quality characters and character-related 3D assets in a photorealistic or stylized manner for triple A games.  

• Adapt to various art directions and different project styles. 

• Find creative and original ideas to improve workflows.  

• Self-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-player attitude. 

• Organize project tasks and ensure your team keeps to the production schedule.  

• QA: make sure that everyone in your team matches the required project quality. 

• Communicate with the client’s operational team regarding all production phases for your team’s assets.

• 6+ years of professional experience as a Character artist in the games industry, with at least 3 years of experience as a lead if you are applying as a Lead Character Artist.
• Experience in console games and Unreal Engine.
• Strong knowledge of artistic anatomy and realism.
• Proficiency level in 3D modelling software (Maya, 3DS Max or Blender), advanced knowledge of Zbrush, Marvelous Designer, Substance Painter, Photoshop. 
• In-depth knowledge of game-art photorealism, game-rest geometry optimization, hard-surface modeling, PBR texturing. 
• Knowledge of cutting-edge technologies and tools. 
• Project management skills. 
• Strong communication and English-speaking skills. 
• Comfortable working with remote teams. 
• Above all that, we really look for nice people and team players to join our Team. So, if sharing your thoughts & knowledge with your colleagues brings you joy, this is the place for you!  

Keywords Studios and our global network of independent studios offers a variety of benefits as per below:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Projects aligned with your expertise
• Collaborate with industry leaders on AAA titles
• Professional growth opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relocation and visa support
• Dedicated to diversity and inclusion
• Additional perks: cycle-to-work, IT schemes, pensions, healthcare, social events, and more.

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment:Keywords Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require any adjustments during the process please let us know in your application. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We especially welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented groups in the industry.

Role Information: EN
Studio: Keywords Studios
Location: Romania, Europe
Area of Work: Art Services
Service: Create
Employment Type: Full Time
Working Pattern: Hybrid, Remote