Remote Junior Character Artist — Medieval 3D

Festybay; New Zealand; Remote; NZD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriam Studios in New Zealand (Remote) is seeking a Junior Character Artist to translate concept art into production-ready 3D models, focusing on humanoid characters and NPCs for Patriam: Saga of Roljar. This entry-level role offers mentorship from industry veterans, a path to build your portfolio, and exposure to a commercial title with clear pipelines and art reviews.

You will work with ZBrush, Maya, Blender, and Substance Painter to deliver high-fidelity models with proper topology and

Qualifications

• Transform concept art into production-ready 3D models with accurate anatomy.
• Create clean topology for humanoid characters and NPCs.
• Proficient in UV unwrapping and baking maps (Normal, AO, Curvature).
• Portfolio showing character work and wireframe breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• High-Poly Sculpting: Sculpt detailed character models with realistic anatomy and period-accurate drapery/armor.
• Optimization & Retopology: Convert high-poly sculpts into game-ready low-poly meshes.
• UV & Baking: Unwrap UVs efficiently and bake Normal, AO, Curvature maps.
• PBR Texturing: Create plausible textures reflecting medieval setting wear and grime.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Align with concept artists and animators on rigs and design intent.

Skills

High-Poly Sculpting

Retopology

UV Mapping

PBR Texturing

Tools

ZBrush

Maya

3ds Max

Blender

Substance Painter

Job description

Patriam Studios in New Zealand (Remote) is seeking a Junior Character Artist to translate concept art into production-ready 3D models, focusing on humanoid characters and NPCs for Patriam: Saga of Roljar. This entry-level role offers mentorship from industry veterans, a path to build your portfolio, and exposure to a commercial title with clear pipelines and art reviews.

You will work with ZBrush, Maya, Blender, and Substance Painter to deliver high-fidelity models with proper topology and