Senior 3D Character Artist

TL;DR

Senior 3D Character Artist (Game Art): Creating high-quality 3D character assets for real-time games with an accent on character modeling, texturing/UVs, and high-poly to low-poly optimization. Focus on building production-ready character pipelines using game engines and asset workflows, while collaborating in a Spanish and English-speaking environment.

Location: Valencia, Spain (on-site) with an option to work remotely 1 day per week; fully remote option available for the right candidate — work from anywhere.

Company

hirify.global is an indie game studio developing and publishing multiple successful titles.

What you will do

• Create game-ready 3D character models, including both high-poly and low-poly assets optimized for real-time rendering.
• Develop character texturing and UV mapping for games, using production-ready workflows.
• Work with game engine asset pipelines (Unity/Unreal Engine) to integrate character assets into production.
• Apply strong lighting, shading, and rendering techniques to character work.
• Collaborate using version control systems and communicate effectively in a Spanish/English environment.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in professional or personal projects using 3D modeling software (Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max).
• Strong understanding of character modeling, texturing, and UV mapping for games.
• Experience producing high-poly and low-poly character models optimized for real-time rendering.
• Portfolio showcasing character-focused 3D work and strong art foundations (fine arts or illustration studies preferred).
• Experience with game engines (Unity, Unreal Engine) and their asset pipelines.
• Strong communication skills to work in a Spanish and English-speaking environment.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of PBR workflows (Substance Painter, Photoshop).
• Experience with ZBrush or other sculpting tools.
• Basic rigging and skinning knowledge; familiarity with facial animation/blend shapes.
• Experience with motion capture workflows and mocap-compatible assets.
• Knowledge of VFX/particle systems for characters; experience with console and PC development.
• Familiarity with agile processes (Scrum or Kanban).

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours and a 35-hour work week (7-hour workday).
• Remote option: 1 day per week remote (on-site role) plus a fully remote option for the right candidate.
• Private health insurance subsidy and mental health support.
• Free English and Spanish language classes.
• Complimentary breakfast at the office; optional transportation and dining benefits.
• Regular social events and team gatherings.

Hiring process

• Review of portfolio and character-focused 3D work.
• Interviews to assess production skills, pipeline fit, and communication in Spanish/English.
• Final evaluation aligned with the role’s remote/on-site expectations.