3D Creature Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

3D Creature Artist (Unreal Engine 4): Creating realistic 3D creatures for an open-world RPG with an accent on mesh sculpting, texturing, and fur/hair cards. Focus on producing AAA-quality, game-ready low-poly assets based on pre-defined concept art.

Location: Remote (Global)

Compensation: Volunteer (Unpaid)

Company

hirify.global is a volunteer-based, global indie game development team building the open-world RPG "The Lays of Althas: Sundered Order".

What you will do

• Create realistic 3D creature meshes and textures for LoA:SO.
• Develop fur sculpts utilizing hair cards and alpha planes.
• Ensure all assets are game-ready and follow low-poly requirements.
• Work accurately from pre-defined concept art and designs.
• Collaborate with team members via Slack and Trello.
• Assist junior team members with guidance and teaching if comfortable.

Requirements

• Experience with PBR (Physically Based Rendering) for game sculpting.
• Proficiency in creating low-poly and game-ready assets.
• Full texturing ability including Diffuse, Normal, and Displacement maps.
• English fluency is required.
• Ability to provide and accept constructive criticism and feedback.
• Valid license for 3D modeling software (Blender, Maya, 3DS Max, etc.).

Nice to have

• Rigging and skinning experience with 3D creatures.

Culture & Benefits

• Volunteer-based, global development environment.
• Fully remote work structure with no physical headquarters.
• Collaborative team culture using Slack and Trello.
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-quality indie RPG project.