Senior 3D Props Artist

Side; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 83,000 - 165,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Dynamic, multicultural environment

World leader in game services

Regular progression opportunities

Job summary

Side is seeking an experienced 3D Props/Asset Artist to craft game-ready assets and hero props for a semi-realistic AAA pipeline in Unreal Engine 5. You will contribute to hero props, statues, terrain assets and cemetery pieces, collaborating with a global team on cutting-edge interactive experiences.

This short-term contract role is paid hourly, with project-based assignments that may be amended or withdrawn as client needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Solid experience as a 3D props artist creating game-ready assets.
• Strong understanding of modeling, texturing, UV workflows, and PBR material creation.
• Experience with industry-standard tools such as Maya, 3ds Max, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Unreal Engine 5.
• Ability to interpret concept art while making thoughtful artistic decisions when details are undefined.

Skills

Prop modelling

Texturing

UV mapping

PBR materials

Maya

3ds Max

ZBrush

Substance Painter

Unreal Engine 5

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

ZBrush

Substance Painter

Unreal Engine 5

Job description

Description

At Side, we work alongside some of the world's leading developers and innovators to create immersive interactive experiences that combine cutting‑edge technology with exceptional user engagement.

We are currently seeking an experienced 3D Props/Asset Artist to create high‑quality, game‑ready assets and hero props that meet the visual and technical standards of a AAA development pipeline, with a semi‑realistic visual aesthetic, for use in Unreal Engine 5.

We are particularly interested in artists whose portfolios demonstrate strong prop creation and environment asset development, including:

• Hero props
• Statues and architectural assets
• Rocks and natural environment pieces such as terrain assets
• Graveyard and cemetery assets

This role is available on a short‑term contract basis only, paid on an hourly rate as listed. As these are project‑based opportunities, positions may be amended, postponed, or withdrawn as a result of changing client requirements and project priorities.

Requirements

• Solid experience as a 3D props artist creating game‑ready assets
• Strong understanding of modeling, texturing, UV workflows, and PBR material creation.
• Experience with industry‑standard tools such as Maya, 3ds Max, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Unreal Engine 5.
• Ability to interpret concept art while making thoughtful artistic decisions when details are undefined.

Benefits

• Competitive rates
• Dynamic, multicultural and fun environment.
• You will be working for the world's leading provider of game services.
• We empower our people and offer regular progression opportunities to ensure our employees flourish.

About Side

Side (formerly PTW) is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in 2009 and drawing on 30+ years' experience from our parent company in Japan, Side has since grown to become a global force with 20 studios in 14 countries across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.

Our industry‑leading services include game development, art production, audio production, quality assurance, localization, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets.

Help us bring stories to the world! Join a global team of passionate gamers and contribute to delivering unforgettable game experiences.

Experience our side of life. For more information, visit www.side.inc