Principal Character Artist

Who is our client and what is the role?

 Our Client is looking for a talented character artist to help make an Online Medieval Multiplayer Fighter and support it plus future titles. They are a team of around 60 developers. This is an on-site, full-time, paid position in Toronto, Canada.

As a Principal Character Artist you will be looked at as the top of your discipline, leading by example through your work.  At a small independent studio you’ll have a wide range of responsibilities from creating art to organizing the department, communicating with production, facilitating feedback and working with other heads of the studio to execute industry leading combat infused animations.

What are the responsibilities?

• See characters through from conception to completion
• Produce high quality 3D characters, weapons, and customization assets for AAA titles
• Work closely with the Production, Environment, Animation, and other artists to bring the concepts to life
• An exceptional portfolio of work that exemplifies the creation of high-quality character art

• 5+ years of professional game development experience
• Expert knowledge of game character development processes, from sculpting to retopology, baking, UVs, texturing, etc
• Ability to provide an in-depth critique
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Personally motivated
• Willingness to work in Toronto is preferred, but fully remote opportunities are available.

What are some brownie points?

• Passion for the medieval era and melee combat
• Experience with Unreal Engine materials and blueprints setup
• Experience with Maya and Substance Painter
• Basic understanding of Rigging
• Concept Art skills
• Background in traditional art

What are some Benefits & Perks?

• Bonus Structure

• 6.5 weeks Paid vacation

• Relocation assistance

• Flexible schedule

• Healthcare & benefits