Senior Character Artist at Compulsion Games creating high-quality 3D characters that define visual identities. Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to bring game worlds to life.
Responsibilities
Build high-quality 3D character models from concept art that balance visual appeal with technical requirements.
Sculpt detailed high-poly characters in ZBrush and create optimized low-poly models with clean topology that preserve detail and silhouette.
Create high-quality character textures using Substance Painter.
Implement and validate character assets in Unreal Engine, ensuring materials, shaders, and LODs display correctly in-engine.
Collaborate with rigging, animation, and design teams to ensure characters deform, animate, and function correctly in-game.
Work with art leadership and concept artists to refine character designs and iterate on assets based on cross-discipline feedback.
Uphold the creative vision of the project and ensure all character work meets high-quality standards.
Contribute to the improvement of character art pipelines, best practices, and documentation.
Research and adopt new techniques to stay current with industry trends and tools.
Requirements
5+ years of experience as a 3D Character Artist with at least one shipped AAA or AA title.
A strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality 3D character work for games.
Expertise in character modeling, sculpting, texturing, and a strong understanding of anatomy, form, proportion, and materials.
Proficiency in Maya, ZBrush , Marvelous Designer, and Substance Painter.
Experience creating real-time hair and cloth assets for current-gen platforms.
Familiarity with Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5) and its character integration pipeline.
Strong understanding of topology and deformation principles.
Ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure, with strong time management and prioritization skills.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to upholding Compulsion Games' core values and contributing to a positive, respectful company culture.
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