Remote 3D Modeler - Character Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Fully remote position

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Projects on high-profile titles

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled 3D Modeler focused on character creation to join a fully remote team. You will craft game‑ready character models with strong anatomy knowledge, optimized topology, and clean UVs that perform across platforms.

Work closely with art directors and technical artists to interpret designs, refine textures in Substance Painter and Photoshop, and ensure pipeline compatibility for real‑time rendering and animation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in 3D character modeling for games or animation.
• Expert proficiency in Maya, ZBrush, Blender, and 3ds Max.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, form, proportions, and artistic principles for character design.
• Experience with texturing software like Substance Painter and Photoshop.
• A portfolio demonstrating exceptional character modeling skills is required.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed and optimized 3D character models, including high-poly sculpts and low-poly game-ready assets.
• Develop clean topology, UV layouts, and texture maps for characters.
• Collaborate with concept artists and art directors to interpret character designs and bring them to life in 3D.
• Ensure models meet technical specifications for real-time rendering and animation pipelines.
• Work effectively within a remote team structure, communicating progress and challenges clearly.
• Stay updated on the latest 3D modeling techniques, software, and industry trends.

Skills

Character modeling

Time management

Collaboration

Remote work

Tools

Maya

ZBrush

Blender

3ds Max

Substance Painter

Photoshop

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and creative 3D Modeler with a specialization in character creation to join their fully remote team. You will be responsible for crafting high-quality, game-ready character models that meet the artistic and technical requirements of their projects. This role requires a deep understanding of human and creature anatomy, form, and detail, as well as proficiency in industry-standard modeling software. You will work closely with art directors, animators, and technical artists to bring characters to life, ensuring they are optimized for performance and visual fidelity across various platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for an artist who thrives in a collaborative, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed and optimized 3D character models , including high-poly sculpts and low-poly game-ready assets.
• Develop clean topology, UV layouts, and texture maps for characters.
• Collaborate with concept artists and art directors to interpret character designs and bring them to life in 3D.
• Ensure models meet technical specifications for real-time rendering and animation pipelines.
• Work effectively within a remote team structure, communicating progress and challenges clearly.
• Stay updated on the latest 3D modeling techniques, software, and industry trends.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in 3D character modeling for games or animation.
• Expert proficiency in 3D modeling software such as Maya, ZBrush, Blender, and 3ds Max.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, form, proportions, and artistic principles for character design.
• Experience with texturing software like Substance Painter and Photoshop.
• A portfolio demonstrating exceptional character modeling skills is required.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities to work on exciting, high-profile projects.
• Continuous learning and professional development support.