3D Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

3D Artist (Gamedev): Creating a diverse range of hard and soft surface assets including props, clothing, and environments for high-profile game titles with an accent on high-to-low poly workflows and PBR texturing. Focus on optimizing assets for performance and integrating them into Unreal or Unity engines.

Location: Hybrid in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. No visa sponsorship available for this role.

Company

hirify.global is one of the largest independent video games developers and publishers in the UK, partnering with industry leaders like Rockstar Games, Obsidian, and Bethesda.

What you will do

• Model, texture, and integrate high-quality game-ready assets (props, environments, weapons) based on concept art.
• Execute the full 3D production pipeline: highpoly, lowpoly, UV unwrapping, baking, and PBR texturing.
• Set up assets within Unreal or Unity, configuring materials, LODs, and collisions.
• Optimize all assets to meet strict memory, design, and performance targets.
• Refine existing game assets through "art passes" to improve visual quality.
• Collaborate with the team to solve complex artistic and technical challenges.

Requirements

• Strong portfolio demonstrating proficiency as a generalist 3D Artist.
• Proficiency in Maya, Blender, or 3ds Max, Substance Painter, Z-Brush, and Photoshop.
• Deep understanding of Physical Based Rendering (PBR) workflows.
• Experience integrating 3D assets into Unreal or Unity, including shader configuration and basic lighting.
• Experience in game production focusing on polygon counts, texture budgets, and LOD management.
• Fluent English, both verbal and written.

Nice to have

• Experience with Unity and Live Services projects.
• Familiarity with survival games or shooters in post-apocalyptic environments.
• Experience with Agile production workflows.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours (35-hour week) with adaptable lunch breaks.
• Generous leave package: 14 days annual leave, government holidays, birthday leave, and a year-end break.
• Comprehensive private healthcare for employees, spouses, and children.
• Mental health support via Plumm and free local gym membership.
• Professional growth via personalized development plans and an accredited Academy.
• Annual profit share and performance-based bonuses.