Stylized Character Artist for New IP (Remote)

Festybay; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Yoga membership

Enhanced Parental Leave and Pay

Bike to Work scheme

Company pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Blazing Griffin is looking for a skilled Character Artist to help create a brand-new gaming universe. The position requires at least 3 years of experience in professional game development, expertise in ZBrush and Substance Painter, and a strong understanding of artistic principles. The role involves translating concepts into 3D assets, setting them up in Unity, and mentoring junior artists. With a commitment to work-life balance, Blazing Griffin offers generous leave, wellness programs, and flexibility for remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in professional game development, contributing to shipped titles.
• Comfortable working across various aesthetics, especially stylized character work.
• Expert-level understanding of silhouette, color theory, and detail balance.
• Familiar with the needs of adjacent departments.
• Well-versed in modern retopology techniques and PBR workflows.

Responsibilities

• Translate 2D concepts into high-fidelity 3D assets.
• Set up and test characters within the Unity engine.
• Mentor junior artists and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with Concept Artists during pre-production.
• Document workflows and best practices for future reference.

Skills

Industry Experience

Stylistic Versatility

Foundational Art Principles

Cross-Disciplinary Knowledge

Modern Pipeline Proficiency

Tools

ZBrush

Substance Painter

Unity

Job description

Blazing Griffin is looking for a skilled Character Artist to help create a brand-new gaming universe. The position requires at least 3 years of experience in professional game development, expertise in ZBrush and Substance Painter, and a strong understanding of artistic principles. The role involves translating concepts into 3D assets, setting them up in Unity, and mentoring junior artists. With a commitment to work-life balance, Blazing Griffin offers generous leave, wellness programs, and flexibility for remote work.