Description

Come join Nin-Ja Company as a Lead 3D Character Artist! You will join our team to bring life to models of distinct,

stylized characters.

The ideal candidate for this position will work closely with Art Directors and other Art Leads to create characters

rooted in the game world. If you want an opportunity to bring life to heroes, villains, and creatures,  look no further.

We are looking for a passionate character artist who pursues realism, but also creates stylized models that exudes

personality, challenging the boundaries of expression

Responsibilities

● Participate actively in the character creation process

● Create exquisite high-quality 3D models of characters and creatures

● Create high-quality 3D models of weapons and props

● Maintain an inquisitive approach to exploring captivating 3D art styles and production techniques

● Collaborate with the animation team to propose and implement compelling forms and composition

● Collaborate with the technical team to establish the character creation pipeline

● Mentor and lead the character team to help them grow professionally

Skills & Requirements

● Extensive knowledge of human and creature modeling

● Extensive knowledge and experience in character modeling production for current generation machines

● Ability to model a wide range of styles from realistic to stylized

● Exceptional sculpting skills

● Exceptional skills in creating meshes optimized for gaming and attentive to animation

● Knowledge of the process of next generation character creation and its technical and artistic constraints

● Experience in full production cycles of 1 or more shipped console/ PC titles as a Lead 3D Character Artist

● Team-oriented with an excellent ability to teach and learn

● A strong proactive and collaborative personality, eager to contribute unique ideas to the project

● Excellent communication and collaborative problem-solving skills

● English speaking and writing skills (Japanese is a plus)

● Additional duties may be assigned

+Pluses

● Experience with Unreal Engine, Unity, or other engines

● Deep understanding and love for anime-style visuals

● Development experience of effects and textures in a variety of styles

● Strong interest in games and game design besides art

● Knowledge of scripting and programming concepts

How to Apply

If it looks like a good fit, email us the following:

・Your resume

・Your Material, portfolio, link to art station, etc.

Please include the job title you are applying for and your name in the subject line.

Email: contact@nin-jacompany.com

• Visa support and in-house relocation support
• Personalized career development and training
• Language classes
• Health insurance and pension
• Work with industry experts
• Access to the latest technology and software
• 8-hour work days, we promote work-life balance