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Nightdive Studios

We specialize in finding classic, abandoned and forgotten PC games and bringing them back into the hands of gamers.

Character Artist – Contract Position

3D Artist3D ArtistOtherRemoteSeniorTeam 11-50Since 2012H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

134 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

English

Job Description

Character Artist – Contract Position

Nightdive Studios

• Create high-quality character models (hero characters, NPCs, creatures, etc.) across all phases: sculpting, retopology, UVs, baking, texturing, and in-engine setup • Maintain strong visual consistency with the project’s art direction • Author textures, materials, and shader setups that balance visual fidelity with performance requirements • Collaborate with Tech Art and Animation to troubleshoot skinning, deformation, and character performance issues • Respond well to feedback and constructive criticism to submissions and workflows

Job Requirements

  • Ego-free, highly motivated, action-oriented, curious learn-it-all with a growth mindset
  • Comfort operating in ambiguous and unregimented environments
  • Proven knowledge of character art pipelines: sculpting, retopology, UV unwrapping, baking, texturing
  • Shipped at least one AA+ title
  • Experience with hard-surface character elements (armor, robotics, cybernetics, etc.)
  • Familiarity with rigging tools, skinning workflows

Benefits

  • We are looking for rockstars that are highly self-accountable
  • This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is tired of being a cog in a larger machine
  • Participate in a brand new sci-fi project using Unreal Engine 5

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