Character 3D Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Character 3D Artist (Gamedev): Designing and creating high-quality characters, creatures, and NPCs for the sandbox MMO Albion Online with an accent on artistic creativity and technical optimization. Focus on translating concept art into optimized models and ensuring seamless in-game integration across multiple platforms.

Location: Hybrid (Berlin, Germany)

Company

hirify.global is the ambitious game development studio behind the award-winning cross-platform MMO Albion Online.

What you will do

• Create high-quality 3D characters, monsters, and NPCs from concept to final implementation.
• Translate concept art into optimized, visually consistent models with strong form and detail.
• Collaborate with Animators, Technical Artists, and Designers to ensure smooth gameplay and animation integration.
• Meet technical standards for rigging, skinning, and cross-platform performance.
• Maintain a consistent visual style in alignment with the project's art direction.
• Iterate on assets based on feedback and maintain the character asset library.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Character Artist in game development, preferably on stylized or MMO projects.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Maya, including character skinning.
• Experience working in Unity or a similar game engine.
• Solid grasp of anatomy, proportions, and character design for humanoid and creature characters.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model based in Berlin, Germany.

Nice to have

• Experience creating creatures or bosses for PvE content.
• Proficiency with digital sculpting tools such as Blender or ZBrush.
• Understanding of real-time rendering, materials, and texture creation (Substance Painter, Photoshop).
• Basic knowledge of rigging and animation workflows.
• Familiarity with Albion Online's art style or stylized sandbox aesthetics.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model combining office presence and remote flexibility.
• Free BVG corporate ticket for public transportation in Germany.
• Professional growth through company-sponsored training, language courses, and conference tickets.
• Up to 30 vacation days annually based on years of service.
• Modern office in Berlin (Prenzlauer Berg) with height-adjustable tables and ergonomic equipment.
• Start-up perks including free drinks, snacks, and regular team events.