Senior Character Artist
Senior Character Artist
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COMPANY PROFILE
Xogar Games is a web3 gaming company that aims to redefine traditional gaming paradigms by introducing decentralized and player centric principles ultimately creating a more inclusive and rewarding gaming experience. Our vision is to revolutionize the gaming industry by leveraging the unique feature of blockchain to enhance player experience ownership and interaction within the gaming ecosystem. Our play own earn module has opened gates to incorporate NFT to represent ingame assets characters and items as unique verifiable tokens on the blockchain.
JOB OVERVIEW
As a Character Artist at Xogar Games you will be responsible for creating highquality character models for our projects. You will work closely with the Developer Animators and other artists to ensure the characters are visually stunning and aligned with the creative vision of the project. Your work will be crucial in driving the visual appeal and overall player experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Producing highquality anatomically feasible photoreal or stylized CG character models in line with brief and/or reference material.
Interpret abstract ideas or concept art into the creation of compelling photoreal or stylized character
Ensuring consistency of UV mapping and polygonal subdivisions
Create highly detailed and visually appealing character models including textures materials and shaders.
Collaborate with concept artists to develop character designs from initial sketches to final models.
Work with animators to ensure character models are rigged and ready for animation.
Optimize character models for performance without compromising quality.
Stay updated with industry trends and techniques to continuously improve and innovate.
Participate in critiques and provide constructive feedback to team members.
Ensure all character assets meet technical requirements and are compatible with the game engine or software being used.
Researching reference materials for aesthetics and genre of game film or animation.
SKILLS REQUIRED
- Bachelors degree in Fine Arts Computer Graphics or a related field or equivalent experience.
- 4 years experience with character animation in Unreal Engine 5.
- Proven experience as a Character Artist in the gaming or film industry.
- Strong portfolio showcasing character modeling texturing and shading skills.
- Proficiency in industrystandard software such as Maya ZBrush Blender Substance Painter and Photoshop.
- Knowledge of cloth simulation hair/fur modeling and other advanced character techniques.
- Understanding of anatomy form and proportion as it applies to character modeling.
- Experience with rigging and preparing character models for animation.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to take constructive feedback and iterate on designs.
- Attention to detail and a passion for creating compelling characters.
- Experience with PBR (Physically Based Rendering) workflows.
Employment Type
Full Time
