3D Game Artist

Mage; Konak; On-site; TRY 2,181,000 - 3,151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

USD-based salary package

Private health insurance (for family)

Relocation support to İzmir

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Mage in İzmir seeks a skilled 3D Game Artist to create mobile-ready assets for our games, including characters, environments, and props. You will translate concepts into real-time art and work with designers, developers, and other artists to ensure performance and quality.

The ideal candidate has a visual arts background, 2+ years in mobile game art, and proficiency in Blender/Maya/3ds Max, Substance tools, and Unity/Unreal. A strong portfolio and teamwork mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts, Animation, Game Art, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in 3D Game Art, especially mobile games.
• Strong knowledge of Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, or similar 3D software.
• Experience with Substance Painter/Designer or similar texturing tools.
• Good understanding of UV mapping, baking, PBR workflows, and texture optimization.
• Experience working with Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Portfolio showcasing 3D game art and relevant projects.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D assets for games (characters, environments, props).
• Translate concepts into visually appealing 3D models.
• Create and optimize low-poly and high-poly models for mobile development.
• Work on UV mapping, baking, texturing, and materials to achieve high-quality visuals.
• Integrate and configure 3D assets within the game engine.
• Collaborate with designers, developers, and other artists to realize concepts.
• Contribute to the visual style and art direction of our games.

Skills

3D art

Portfolio

Teamwork

Mobile optimization

Creative problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts / Animation / Game Art

Tools

Blender

Maya

3ds Max

Substance Painter

Substance Designer

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

About Mage

Founded in 2022, our team consists of industry veterans who have proven records of success in the gaming industry. At Mage, we believe that success in our industry is achieved through a combination of excellent people, hard work, and continuous product optimization. We are committed to fostering a culture that values innovation and excellence as we continue to navigate this dynamic landscape.

We are looking for a talented and passionate 3D Game Artist to join our team and contribute to the development of our mobile games.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

• Create high-quality 3D assets for our games, including characters, environments, props, and other game-ready assets.
• Translate concepts and creative ideas into visually appealing 3D models.
• Create and optimize low-poly and high-poly models suitable for mobile game development.
• Work on UV mapping, baking, texturing, and materials to achieve high-quality visual results.
• Create optimized assets while maintaining the visual quality and performance requirements of mobile games.
• Integrate and configure 3D assets within the game engine.
• Work closely with Game Designers, Developers, and other Artists to bring game concepts to life.
• Contribute to the visual style and overall art direction of our games.
• Maintain consistency and quality across all 3D assets.
• Stay updated with the latest 3D art techniques, tools, and trends in the gaming industry.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a talented 3D Game Artist with a strong background in visual arts and a passion for games. The ideal candidate should have experience creating visually appealing 3D assets for games and a good understanding of real-time game art production.

• Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts, Animation, Game Art, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in 3D Game Art, especially within the mobile game industry.
• Strong knowledge of Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, or similar 3D software.
• Experience with Substance Painter / Substance Designer or similar texturing tools.
• Good understanding of UV mapping, baking, PBR workflows, and texture optimization.
• Experience working with Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Understanding of mobile game optimization and real-time rendering.
• A strong portfolio showcasing 3D game art and relevant projects.
• Strong visual and artistic skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to think creatively and solve visual problems.
• Effective communication skills and a strong predisposition for teamwork.
• Passion for games and an interest in following current trends in game art and development.

It would be a plus if you have:

• Experience with stylized 3D art & knowledge of ZBrush.
• Experience with rigging, skinning, or basic animation.
• Experience creating assets for games that have been released globally.
• Familiarity with procedural or AI-assisted 3D workflows.

What we offer?

• USD-based competitive salary package,
• Private health insurance (for your family and pets),
• Housing search assistance and relocation support for those moving to İzmir,
• Opportunity to work with an inspiring leader who encourages participation, as well as passionate teammates who share your enthusiasm for games.
• Being part of a team with humble, experienced members who are happy to share their knowledge about the mobile game industry.