Experienced Character Artist (UK-based 12 month Fixed Term Contract)

Climax Studios; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Edinburgh is looking for an Experienced Character Artist. The ideal candidate should have several years of industry experience, with at least one published game in their portfolio. Responsibilities include conceptualising, modelling, and texturing characters. The role includes a variety of perks such as a generous holiday package, regular social events, and opportunities for ongoing training and development within an ambitious and friendly environment. A strong knowledge in Maya, Zbrush, and Unreal is essential.

Benefits

Excellent holiday package

Regular social events

Ongoing training and development

Private Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Several years of experience as a Character Artist in the industry.
• At least one published game to your name.
• Ability to showcase a portfolio with diverse examples.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualise, model, and texture characters to tell stories.
• Demonstrate creative flair and core fundamentals in character design.

Skills

Maya

Zbrush

Photoshop

Unreal 4/5

Substance Painter

Facial blendshapes

Anatomy knowledge

Hair authoring

MetaHuman knowledge

Job description

Climax is one of the leading creative lights of independent games development with an outstanding line of top published titles. It truly is an exciting and inspiring place to work in the heart of Edinburgh, overlooking the beautiful castle.

We are seeking an onsite Experienced Character Artist. You will be able to provide us with examples of beautifully constructed characters, clean geometry, texture and material work. You will have a number of years’ experience as a Character artist in the industry with at least one published game to your name. As part of our Character Art team, you will be asked to utilise your wealth of experience in conceptualising, modelling, and texturing to tell stories through beautifully crafted characters.

Requirements

• Be able to showcase some creative flare as well as displaying core fundamentals such as solid topology, UV's and texturing
• A deep understanding and knowledge in Maya and Zbrush plus a proven foundation in Photoshop
• You should be able to display a folio with a wide range of examples demonstrating flexibility and a good eye for form, shape, composition and fun - we love nothing more than to see someone who loves their craft and enjoys what they do
• A good working knowledge of Unreal 4/5 as well as experience using Marvelous Designer and/or scan development pipelines is beneficial.
• Experience with Substance Painter.
• Experience with facial blendshapes and wrinkle maps
• Hair authoring experience - full strand based and hair cards
• Good knowledge of anatomy
• MetaHuman knowledge
• Examples of hard surface work
• Please don’t forget to include your CV, a cover letter, and most importantly a link to your website or portfolio, it’s very difficult for us to assess your art abilities if you don’t supply us with any

Benefits

• Excellent holiday package
• Regular social events
• A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
• Ongoing training and development, with career progression
• Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Eye-Care Vouchers

Perks

• In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise.
• Regular Socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties and some great charity fundraising events.

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