Senior Character Artist

Mob Entertainment

. Design, model, sculpt, and texture high-quality 3D character assets for real-time game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $82,000 - $102,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and creating high-quality 3D character assets for real-time game engines, with a strong focus on character modeling, texturing, and collaboration with animation teams. Proven ability to mentor junior artists and enhance character pipeline efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

3D Character ModelingUnreal Engine 4/5MayaZBrushSubstance Painter/Designer

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Hard Skills

3D Character Assets DesignHigh-Poly SculptingLow-Poly ModelingUV LayoutTopology OptimizationReal-Time Rendering TechniquesHuman Anatomy KnowledgeCreature Anatomy KnowledgeMaterial RenderingCharacter Pipeline Development

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationConstructive Feedback

Tools & Technologies

BlenderSubstance Designer

Industry Keywords

AAA TitleIndie TitleGame IndustryVisual StandardsCharacter Animation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

UnityUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, model, sculpt, and texture high-quality 3D character assets for real-time game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity
Translate 2D concept art and design briefs into fully realized stylized or photorealistic 3D character models
Create high-poly sculpts and optimized game-ready low-poly models with proper UVs and efficient topology
Collaborate with rigging and animation teams to ensure characters deform correctly and perform well in motion
Help establish and maintain consistent visual standards for characters across the game
Mentor junior artists and provide constructive feedback and direction
Participate in character pipeline development and documentation to improve workflow and efficiency
Work with Tech Art to troubleshoot and resolve performance or compatibility issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of professional experience as a Character Artist in the game industry
At least one shipped AAA or high-quality indie title
Mastery of 3D software such as Maya, Blender, and ZBrush
Proficiency with texturing tools like Substance Painter/Designer
Strong knowledge of human and creature anatomy, clothing, and material rendering
Deep understanding of topology, UV layout, and real-time rendering techniques
Experience working with Unreal Engine 4/5
A strong portfolio showcasing a range of character work from stylized to realistic

Benefits

Comp & perks

Profit sharing
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
FSA/HSA
Paid time off
Sick time
Holidays
Parental leave