3D Character Artist - Talent Pool

3D Character Artist – Co‑Development Roles

Side Side is a global video game development and services provider offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world.

As a mid‑level generalist role, you will craft high‑quality character assets that bring life and personality to AAA‑quality games on PC, console, mobile, and VR/AR platforms.

• Create high‑quality 3D character assets, including organic and hard surface elements, from concept to final game‑ready models.
• Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project’s artistic vision and technical requirements.
• Develop textures and materials using industry‑standard tools, ensuring assets are optimized for performance across platforms.
• Work within established pipelines and workflows to maintain consistency and efficiency in asset creation.
• Ensure proper topology, rigging, and skinning for characters to meet animation and gameplay requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to character development.
• Actively participate in team critiques, offering and receiving feedback to refine assets.

• 3+ years of experience as a Character Artist in the video game industry.
• Demonstrated contribution to at least one shipped title on PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR.

• Proficiency with ZBrush, Maya, 3ds Max, Substance Painter, Photoshop, and other industry‑standard tools.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, proportion, weight, and volume as they relate to character design and animation.
• Experience with high‑ and low‑poly modeling, texturing, and shading techniques.
• Knowledge of proper topology, rigging, and skinning practices.

• Strong eye for detail, form, and style consistency.
• Ability to adapt to and create a range of visual styles, from realistic to stylized.

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to incorporate feedback and iterate effectively.

Genuine enthusiasm for creating compelling characters and contributing to immersive game worlds.

• Familiarity with Marvelous Designer for clothing design and simulation.
• Experience with photogrammetry and procedural workflows.
• Knowledge of Unreal Engine or Unity for integrating character assets into the game.

Note:

Specific requirements may vary depending on project needs.