Senior Technical Character Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Character Artist (Unreal Engine): Breathing life into characters for rapid prototypes in a Skunk Works team with an accent on modeling, rigging, and surfacing. Focus on refining character concepts and implementing behavior blueprints to drive character states in interactive horror experiences.

Location: Must be based in the United States

Salary: $97,000 – $160,000 USD annually

Company

hirify.global is a startup multimedia studio best known for the hit indie horror game "Poppy Playtime".

What you will do

• Review, clarify, and refine character concepts.
• Assess requirements for each concept and identify necessary components to build them.
• Own the full pipeline for modeling, surfacing, rigging, and effects for all characters.
• Work with teammates on setting up behavior BPs and trees to drive character states and behaviors.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience building characters for interactive experiences in Unreal.
• Proven expertise in modeling and surfacing.
• Experience with scripted cinematic sequences.
• Solid communication and collaboration skills in a remote-first environment.
• Must be a U.S.-based full-time employee.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with the Poppy Playtime universe and its visual language.
• Experience in animation or game design.
• Passion for the horror genre and atmospheric storytelling.

Culture & Benefits

• Profit sharing and 401(k) matching.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• FSA/HSA options.
• Paid time off, sick time, holidays, and parental leave.