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 tools

Requirements:

- 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 direction

Contribute your passion and talent to reshape the future of sports entertainment at Small Axe Studios.

📌 Senior Character Artist for Gaming Innovation (Vancouver)
🏢 2K
📍 Vancouver