Be a vital part of Small Axe Studios as a Senior Character Artist, crafting iconic characters for 2K's innovative sports franchise in Burnaby. Your expertise will enhance player engagement through high-quality assets.In this pivotal role, you'll work alongside the Art Director and Lead Character Artist, creating compelling characters that resonate with players. You'll utilize Unreal Engine 5, industry-standard tools, and sculpting techniques to deliver amazing character visuals. Collaboration with different departments will ensure cohesive player experiences and optimized art assets.Key Responsibilities:- Set visual targets and quality benchmarks for characters- Create and optimize digital sculpts, textures,



and hair grooming- Assemble final character assets in Unreal Engine 5- Collaborate with teams to enhance character integration- Produce high-quality hair using XGen and other toolsRequirements:- Over 5 years in the gaming or animation industry- Experience with production of at least 1 AAA title- Proficient in Maya, Unreal Engine, and PBR workflows- Ability to create realistic digital hair- Solid knowledge of anatomy and artistic directionContribute your passion and talent to reshape the future of sports entertainment at Small Axe Studios.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Lead Character Artist - $150,400 - $180,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 2K Sports Lab
📍 Winnipeg