Character Artist

2K; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in game development is seeking a Character Artist to join their award-winning team. In this role, you will create high-quality character models and collaborate with fellow artists to ensure that characters meet gameplay requirements. Ideal candidates should have a solid understanding of anatomy, proficiency in ZBrush, and eagerness to learn and improve their skills.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of human anatomy and form.
• Ability to sculpt detailed organic models.
• Basic knowledge of retopology for game-ready assets.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality character models under supervision.
• Collaborate with other artists and support the team.
• Integrate characters into the engine and ensure they function as intended.

Skills

Understanding of human anatomy

Sculpting detailed organic models

Proficiency in ZBrush

Knowledge of texturing process

Eagerness to learn

Tools

ZBrush

Substance Painter

Marvelous Designer

Job description

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Character Artist to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality character models under supervision
• Sculpt high-poly character models, retopologize for in-game use, and texture using PBR principles
• Integrate characters into the engine and ensure they function as intended
• Collaborate with other artists and support the team where needed
• Take initiative to continuously improve and expand your technical and artistic skillset

Requirements

• Solid understanding of human anatomy and form
• Ability to sculpt detailed organic models
• Proficient in ZBrush
• Basic knowledge of retopology for game-ready assets
• Foundational understanding of the texturing process using Substance Painter
• Eagerness to learn and apply feedback in a production environment

Nice to have

• Experience with Marvelous Designer
• Experience with card-based hair modeling
• Basic understanding of shaders and material setup in real-time engines (e.g. Unreal or proprietary engines)
• Awareness of rigging and skinning workflows and how they impact topology and deformation
• Familiarity with game engines and asset integration pipelines
• Knowledge of baking workflows and texture optimization
• Interest in character design, costuming, or storytelling through visual design