Hybrid 3D Artist — Immersive Game Worlds

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Diverse game projects

Modern hardware and software

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a skilled 3D Artist to join a hybrid team working on new game projects. You will create high-quality 3D models, textures, and environments and collaborate with designers, animators, and other artists to ensure visual consistency across the development pipeline.

The role emphasizes real-time asset optimization, UV layouts, and PBR materials, with opportunities to contribute to diverse, innovative titles and push the boundaries of interactive entertainment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a 3D Artist in game development with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Maya, Blender, 3ds Max and texturing tools (Substance Painter, Photoshop).
• Experience with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, form, color theory, and composition.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and collaborate with remote team members.
• A degree in Fine Arts, Game Design, or a related field is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Model, sculpt, and texture 3D assets for characters, props, and environments.
• Optimize 3D assets for real-time rendering in game engines, ensuring performance.
• Create detailed UV layouts and PBR (Physically Based Rendering) materials.
• Collaborate with the art director and design team to maintain stylistic consistency.
• Implement assets into the game engine and conduct visual quality assurance.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in 3D art and game development technologies.

Skills

3D modeling

Texturing

Portfolio

Anatomy

Color theory

Hybrid collaboration

Fine Arts degree

Education

Fine Arts degree

Game Design degree

Tools

Maya

Blender

3ds Max

Substance Painter

Photoshop

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a skilled 3D Artist to join a hybrid team working on new game projects. You will create high-quality 3D models, textures, and environments and collaborate with designers, animators, and other artists to ensure visual consistency across the development pipeline.

The role emphasizes real-time asset optimization, UV layouts, and PBR materials, with opportunities to contribute to diverse, innovative titles and push the boundaries of interactive entertainment.