3D Artist

Joker Games; Fatih; Remote; TRY 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Joker Games is a remote mobile game studio building timeless games for a global audience. We are seeking a skilled 3D Artist to own asset creation from concepts to in-game visuals, collaborating with Product Managers and Developers.

You will handle modeling, UVs, baking, texturing, and animations, ensure mobile performance, and adapt to multiple art styles while maintaining consistency. Portfolio is required.

Qualifications

• University degree in Animation, Graphic Design, or related field.
• 3+ years in 3D game art for mobile games; hands-on animation.
• Proficiency in Blender, Maya, or equivalent software; strong modeling and texturing.

Responsibilities

• Transform concepts into high-quality stylized 3D game assets optimized for mobile screens.
• Model, UV map, bake, and texture assets for performance; create animations for characters and assets.
• Integrate assets into Unity and refine materials, lighting, and rendering.

Skills

3D game art

Mobile games

Animation principles

Color theory

Storytelling visuals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animation/Graphic Design or related

Tools

Blender

Maya

Unity

Job description

Joker Games is a remote mobile game studio based in Istanbul.

We're in a high-growth stage, building timeless games for a global audience.

We're locked in for the next level.

Our Motto: We hire smart people to lead, not to be told what to do.

We offer blood, sweat, and tears and in return, you get growth, glory, and legacy.

Ready to break limits and chase the dream?

We're looking for a skilled and experienced 3D Artist to shape the visual world of our mobile games through appealing game items, characters, environments, and animations. You'll take ownership of asset creation from initial concepts to polished in-game visuals, working closely with our artists, Product Managers, and Game Developers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transform concepts and visual references into high-quality, stylized 3D game assets that read clearly on mobile screens.
• Handle modeling, UV mapping, baking, and texturing, optimizing assets for mobile performance.
• Create engaging 3D animations for characters and game assets that support gameplay.
• Integrate assets into Unity and refine materials, lighting, and rendering.
• Adapt to different art styles while maintaining consistency, and iterate based on feedback and gameplay needs.
• Work independently and communicate with artists, Product Managers, and Game Developers to solve production challenges and deliver work on time.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• A university degree, preferably in Animation, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in 3D game art, preferably for mobile games, with hands-on experience in 3D animation.
• Proficiency in Blender, Maya, or equivalent software, with strong modeling, topology, UV mapping, and texturing skills.
• Solid understanding of shape language, composition, color, lighting, perspective, and animation principles.
• Working knowledge of Unity and mobile game asset optimization.
• Familiarity with AI tools and their practical use in art production workflows.

Please include a link to your online portfolio showcasing your stylized 3D game art and animation work in your resume. For team projects, please clearly indicate your contribution.

Please note: a case study (test task) will be required as part of the recruitment process.