About the Role

Our client, a growing game development studio situated in Kimberley, is searching for a highly talented Senior Character Modeler to join their creative team. This role is fundamental to bringing compelling characters to life within our games, requiring exceptional artistic skill in creating high-fidelity 3D character models. You will be responsible for sculpting, modeling, retopologizing, and UV unwrapping characters that align with the game's art direction and technical specifications. This is a prime opportunity to contribute your expertise to exciting projects and influence the visual quality of characters within a collaborative environment in Kimberley, Northern Cape. We are looking for an artist with a solid understanding of anatomy, form, and surface detail, combined with proficiency in industry-standard modeling software. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating memorable character designs that resonate with players.

Key Responsibilities

- Create high-quality, game-ready 3D character models, including sculpting, retopology, UV mapping, and texture preparation.
- Interpret concept art and effectively translate it into detailed 3D character models.
- Collaborate with art directors, character artists, and technical artists to ensure models meet artistic and technical requirements.
- Maintain consistency in style and quality across all character assets.
- Optimize models for performance within the game engine, considering polycount and texture budgets.




- Participate in model reviews and provide constructive feedback to other team members.
- Stay current with industry trends and advancements in character modeling techniques and software.
- Contribute to the development of modeling pipelines and workflows.

Requirements

- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a 3D Character Modeler in the game industry.
- A strong portfolio showcasing high-quality character models for games, demonstrating expertise in anatomy, proportion, and detail.
- Proficiency in 3D modeling software such as ZBrush, Maya, or 3ds Max.
- Experience with UV unwrapping and PBR texturing workflows using software like Substance Painter/Designer.
- Understanding of game engine requirements and optimization techniques.
- Strong eye for detail, form, and silhouette.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, working effectively within a team in Northern Cape.
- Ability to adapt to different art styles and project needs.
- Bachelor's degree in Game Art, 3D Modeling, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

- Competitive salary and performance incentives.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- Generous paid time off and company holidays.
- A supportive and creative work environment in Kimberley.
- Opportunities to work on exciting and diverse game titles.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Hybrid work model providing flexibility for a balanced work-life experience.

📌 Senior Character Modeler (Kimberley)
🏢 Placements24
📍 Kimberley