Graduate Character Artist

Frontier Developments

. Create game-ready 3D models and textures using Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeCambridge • United KingdomEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in creating game-ready 3D models and textures using Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter, with a strong ability to collaborate effectively within a team and adapt to various art styles. Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the real-time character pipeline and the ability to make artistic decisions that enhance final designs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Expertise In Anatomical And Organic SculptingExceptional Character Modelling Skills In ZBrushExtensive Knowledge Of MayaExcellent Substance Painter Texturing SkillsFamiliarity With Real-Time Character Pipeline

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Hard Skills

3D ModelingTexturingAnatomical SculptingOrganic SculptingRetopologyUV MappingBakingAsset Setup/ExportArtistic Decision MakingCharacter Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationFeedback ReceptionCommunicationProblem SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MayaZBrushSubstance Painter

Certifications & Qualifications

Art DegreeRelevant Game Art Course

Industry Keywords

Game DevelopmentCharacter ArtStylized ArtRealistic ArtDevelopment Pipeline

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create game-ready 3D models and textures using Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter
Collaborate with Character Artists to maintain high quality throughout development
Deliver models on budget, on time, and in the appropriate art style
Suggest potential improvements to existing pipelines where appropriate
Participate actively in team meetings
Contribute to the overall game development process
Join Frontier’s Character team and contribute to its future games roadmap
Complete a role-related assessment in personal time if invited to interview

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated expertise in anatomical and organic sculpting from reference
Portfolio showcasing work across stylised and realistic art styles
Ability to work collaboratively and take on feedback and guidance
Experience translating 2D concepts or reference into 3D character models
Ability to make artistic decisions to troubleshoot and refine final 3D designs
Ability to adapt to established art styles and maintain consistency with concept art
Exceptional character modelling skills in ZBrush
Extensive knowledge of Maya or other preferred 3D packages
Excellent Substance Painter texturing and hand-painting skills
Familiarity with the entire real-time character pipeline, including high-poly sculpting, retopology, UV mapping, baking, texture creation, and asset setup/export to game
Awareness of efficient UV layouts and mesh topology for performance, budgets, and deformation during animation
Understanding of development pipelines and dependent disciplines
Excellent communication skills
An Art degree or relevant game art course (bonus/preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Success-based annual bonus
Share option schemes
Life assurance
Private family healthcare
Flexitime working hours
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
In-house subsidised catering
Relocation support
Cycle to Work scheme
Free bike servicing
Social activities and events
Wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions supporting mental and physical health
Healthy work/life balance
Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process