Lead 3D Character Artist - Hybrid | Shape Hero Assets

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Access to cutting-edge technology and資

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West is seeking a Lead 3D Modeler with Character Art specialization to guide a team of artists in creating game-ready, high-quality character assets.

You will set artistic direction, ensure consistency in style and technical execution, and collaborate with concept artists, directors, and animators to bring characters to life across upcoming projects. Hybrid work model offered in a dynamic studio environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of 3D character modeling experience in games, film or animation.
• 2+ years in a lead or senior role with team responsibility.
• Outstanding portfolio of 3D character models (sculpting, topology, texturing, PBR).
• Proficiency in ZBrush, Maya, and other relevant 3D modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and inspire a team of 3D character modelers with artistic direction and technical guidance.
• Oversee creation of high-quality character models from concept to final asset, aligned with project style and specs.
• Develop and refine character sculpts, high-poly, and low-poly game-ready assets.
• Collaborate with concept artists, art directors, and animators to translate designs to 3D.
• Establish modeling standards, pipelines, and best practices for character art production.
• Provide regular feedback, conduct reviews, and troubleshoot modeling challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Tools

ZBrush

Maya

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West is seeking a Lead 3D Modeler with Character Art specialization to guide a team of artists in creating game-ready, high-quality character assets.

You will set artistic direction, ensure consistency in style and technical execution, and collaborate with concept artists, directors, and animators to bring characters to life across upcoming projects. Hybrid work model offered in a dynamic studio environment.