TL;DR

Outsource Character Artist (Game Art): Collaborating with internal and external teams to develop and manage high-quality character assets for cosmetics with an accent on scheduling, vendor coordination, and asset quality assurance. Focus on implementing content in-engine, providing art feedback, and ensuring character assets meet stylistic and quality standards across all platforms.

Location: Fully Remote (Global)

Company

Escape Velocity is a team of passionate, talented developers working at a studio focused on creating incredibly rewarding game experiences by valuing the time, energy, and talent of both players and colleagues.

What you will do

Direct and implement high-quality Character Cosmetics for characters and items.
Communicate and partner with Concept Art, Character Team, Rigging, and Animation departments to develop workflows and assets.
Create character art from concept art and reference materials, adapting to project style.
Communicate, support, and provide feedback on work from External Vendors.
Implement content fully in-engine, ensuring smooth operation on all platforms.
Train and unblock outsourcing partners, provide best practices/samples, and support production schedules.

Requirements

Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Unreal, Substance Painter, Maya, Zbrush.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a mind for problem-solving large-scale asset management and pipeline inefficiencies.
Solid grasp of game feel, design affordances, and visual shape/color language.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with natural curiosity for the bigger picture.
Shipping experience required (live service project experience preferred).

Nice to have

Experience with Autodesk Flow Production for Tracking and Confluence.

Culture & Benefits

Fully Remote work environment, supporting team members nearly anywhere in the world.
Generous PTO allowance, plus Summer and Winter holidays studio closure.
Private Medical & Dental Healthcare and Private Mental Health scheme.
Generous annual Health & Wellbeing allowance and a Discretionary Studio Bonus.
Top-range tech for your home setup.
Commitment to an inclusive and empathetic work culture, valuing autonomy and work-life balance.

Hiring process

Submit an application with your Resume / CV.
Selected candidates will be contacted by the Recruiting Team and guided through the process.