Senior Character Artist

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Studio culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Character Artist in Soweto for a hybrid role. You will sculpt, model, texture, and optimize high‑fidelity 3D characters for real‑time game engines, collaborating with the art director and animators to ensure consistent, story‑driven character quality.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, 5+ years in the industry, and proficiency with ZBrush, Maya, Blender, Substance Painter, and Photoshop.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Character Artist.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating character work for shipped titles.
• Proficiency in anatomy, proportions and character design.

Responsibilities

• Sculpt, model, and texture high‑fidelity 3D characters.
• Prepare characters for rigging and animation.
• Optimize character models for real‑time performance in game engines.
• Collaborate with art director, concept artists, and animators to ensure quality.

Skills

Character artist

3D modeling

Sculpting

Texturing

Anatomy knowledge

Tools

ZBrush

Maya

Blender

Substance Painter

Photoshop

Job description

Our client, a renowned game studio in Soweto, is seeking a talented Senior Character Artist to create compelling and memorable characters for their upcoming titles. You will be responsible for sculpting, modeling, texturing, and preparing high‑quality 3D characters for integration into game engines. This role requires a deep understanding of anatomy, form, and visual storytelling, coupled with technical proficiency in the latest art creation tools. We are looking for an artist with a strong portfolio, a passion for character creation, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a hybrid team structure.

About the Role

Our client, a renowned game studio in Soweto, is seeking a talented Senior Character Artist to create compelling and memorable characters for their upcoming titles. You will be responsible for sculpting, modeling, texturing, and preparing high‑quality 3D characters for integration into game engines. This role requires a deep understanding of anatomy, form, and visual storytelling, coupled with technical proficiency in the latest art creation tools. We are looking for an artist with a strong portfolio, a passion for character creation, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a hybrid work environment in Soweto.

• Sculpt, model, and texture high‑fidelity 3D characters, ensuring they align with the project's art direction and technical requirements.
• Create appealing character designs that convey personality and narrative context.
• Optimize character models for real‑time performance in game engines, maintaining visual quality.
• Collaborate closely with the art director, concept artists, and animators to ensure character consistency and quality.
• Prepare characters for rigging and animation, ensuring proper topology and UV layout.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in character art creation techniques.

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Character Artist in the game industry, with a strong portfolio of shipped titles.
• Expertise in 3D modeling and sculpting software (e.g., ZBrush, Maya, Blender).
• Proficiency in texturing software (e.g., Substance Painter, Photoshop).
• Strong understanding of human and creature anatomy, proportions, and costume design.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment in Soweto.

• Competitive salary and performance‑based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• A vibrant and collaborative studio culture in Soweto that values creativity and artistic talent.