Senior Character Artist

Dedicated to innovative storytelling, Worlds Untold is searching for a Senior Character Artist who is passionate about crafting memorable characters for our immersive gaming worlds. 

The ideal candidate will have a blend of exceptional artistic abilities with a comprehensive understanding of technical requirements, all fueled by a profound passion for video games. Your role will involve modeling and texturing a variety of characters, demonstrating an understanding of iconic design principles within a believable realistic style. If you are an experienced Character Artist with a knack for creating visually stunning characters and creatures, we invite you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, model, and texture highly detailed 3D characters following a defined style and within technical constraints.
• Collaborate closely with the Art Director and Design team to understand and deliver on their vision.
• Utilize physical-based rendering techniques that meet the high-quality standards of our games.
• Develop detailed texture maps and materials for use in the game engine.
• Implement and maintain assets into the game engine, ensuring optimal performance.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior members of the character art team as needed, fostering a culture that is both creatively curious and continuous learning. 
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in animation and management, incorporating these insights into workflows.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Animation, Game Design, or related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience as a Character Artist within the gaming industry.
• Expertise in industry-standard 3D software like ZBrush, Maya, Substance Painter, or similar.
• Strong understanding of human anatomy, proportion, perspective, and composition.
• Proficiency in Photoshop or equivalent 2D software for texture creation.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a specific style, including a style set by another artist or Art Director.
• Strong understanding of game development including workflow, tools, limits, and advancements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Fine Arts or a related field.
• Experience with Unreal Engine or other modern game engines.
• Solid understanding of rigging and animation principles.
• Strong traditional art skills (drawing, painting, sculpture).
• Proficiency in hard-surface modeling.
• Familiarity with game development pipelines and practices.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating your character art skills.
• Passionate gamer with knowledge of various gaming trends and styles.

Compensation Range: 93,000 - 151,000 CAD