Senior 3D Character Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior 3D Character Artist (Gamedev): Creating stunning, game-ready photorealistic characters for AAA projects, pushing their quality to the next level in 3D. Focus on modeling, sculpting, and texturing realistic clothing, facial features, and hairstyles.

Location: Hybrid in Ukraine, Kyiv.

Company

hirify.global is one of the largest independent video game development companies specializing in full-cycle game development and art production.

What you will do

• Collaborate closely with the Art Director and other stakeholders to deliver high‑quality character assets.
• Iterate on feedback from the Art Director/ stakeholders and refine assets to final quality.
• Contribute to art‑team meetings with constructive input and support.
• Model, sculpt, and texture realistic clothing, facial features, and hairstyles.

Requirements

• Realistic clothing creation skills (Marvelous Designer, ZBrush, any 3D package, UV tiling, baking, Substance Painter).
• Experience with Unreal Engine 5.6.
• Expert knowledge of several major 3D & 2D packages (3ds Max or Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop, Substance) and the techniques for characters, creatures, and costumes.
• Deep technical understanding of modern pipelines, clean topology, and polished sculpts.
• Proven ability to take an approved concept and push it to a refined 3D production level.
• English: B1+ required.

Nice to have

• Realistic hair creation skills (xGen/manual cards, CG Curve workflows).

Culture & Benefits

• Work on diverse and innovative game projects with leading global studios and publishers.
• Opportunities for professional advancement, including access to training, workshops, and other learning programs.
• Clear and transparent employee growth assessment system with regular feedback.
• Access to an international network of studios as part of hirify.global.
• Modern office located in the heart of Kyiv.
• Medical insurance.