3D Hard Surface Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

3D Hard Surface Artist (Unreal Engine 5): Creating high-quality textured 3D assets for an indie open-world RPG with an accent on hard surface modeling of armor, weapons, and architecture. Focus on producing game-ready low-poly assets and applying PBR texturing to ensure AAA quality.

Location: Remote (Global team, formal office in USA)

Compensation: Volunteer position (no monetary compensation offered)

Company

hirify.global is a volunteer-based, all-online, global game development team currently creating an indie open-world RPG, The Lays of Althas: Sundered Order, using Unreal Engine 5.

What you will do

• Create high-quality textured 3D assets including architecture, clothing, armor, weapons, shields, and tools.
• Develop low-poly, game-ready assets optimized for Unreal Engine 5.
• Collaborate with the team through Slack and Trello to ensure a smooth pipeline.
• Provide and incorporate constructive criticism and feedback.
• Mentor junior team members in relevant technical areas if comfortable with teaching.
• Attend team meetings and follow internal orientation policies.

Requirements

• Proficiency in high-quality 3D hard-surface modeling.
• Experience with Physically-based Rendering (PBR) and creating game-ready low-poly assets.
• Full texturing capability (Diffuse, Normal, Displacement, etc.).
• Ability to work accurately from pre-defined concept art and designs.
• English fluency is a must.
• Unable to provide work visas.

Nice to have

• Experience teaching or mentoring junior artists.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully-online, distributed team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to an ambitious AAA-quality indie RPG project.
• Collaborative and passion-driven atmosphere.
• Flexible volunteer engagement.