Senior Character Modeler

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Remote work

Professional development

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Character Modeler to join a fully remote art team and bring virtual characters to life for gaming projects. You will create high-quality, detailed character models, focusing on anatomy, form, and silhouette, while translating concept art into technically sound assets.

The role requires mastery of ZBrush, Maya or Blender, and texturing with Substance Painter/Photoshop. Collaboration with directors, riggers, and animators is essential in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Character Modeler in gaming/animation with a strong portfolio.
• Expertise in 3D modeling software such as ZBrush, Maya, or Blender.
• Proficiency in texturing and painting software like Substance Painter and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of human and creature anatomy, proportions, and form.
• Experience with PBR workflows and game engine requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Create high-poly and low-poly 3D character models from concept art and specs.
• Sculpt detailed characters with accurate anatomy and proportions.
• Perform retopology and UV unwrapping for game-ready assets.
• Texture and paint materials for characters following PBR workflows.
• Collaborate with art director, riggers, and animators to meet requirements.
• Maintain high quality and consistency across character assets.

Skills

Character modeling

Anatomy knowledge

High-poly modeling

Low-poly modeling

UV unwrapping

PBR workflow

Texturing

Photoshop

Substance Painter

Maya

ZBrush

Blender

Remote collaboration

Tools

ZBrush

Maya

Blender

Substance Painter

Photoshop

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an exceptionally skilled Senior Character Modeler to join their talented, fully remote art team. You will be instrumental in bringing virtual characters to life by creating high-quality, detailed 3D models for our ambitious gaming projects. This role demands a mastery of character anatomy, form, and silhouette, as well as the ability to translate concept art into visually stunning and technically sound game assets. If you have a passion for character creation and thrive in a collaborative, remote-first environment, this is an ideal opportunity to showcase your artistry and contribute to memorable gaming experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-poly and low-poly 3D character models based on concept art and design specifications.
• Sculpt detailed characters, ensuring accurate anatomy, proportions, and aesthetic appeal.
• Perform retopology and UV unwrapping for optimized game-ready assets.
• Texture and paint detailed materials for characters, ensuring PBR workflows are followed.
• Collaborate closely with the art director, riggers, and animators to ensure character models meet technical and artistic requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of quality and consistency across all character assets.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Character Modeler in the game or animation industry, with a strong portfolio.
• Expertise in 3D modeling software such as ZBrush, Maya, or Blender.
• Proficiency in texturing and painting software like Substance Painter and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of human and creature anatomy, proportions, and form.
• Experience with PBR workflows and game engine requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a remote team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible fully remote working conditions.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture focused on artistic excellence.