3D Character Artist
Octo Games ·
- Work mode
- Remote
- Category
- Creative
- Company size
- 51-200
Creates 3D character models, textures, and animations for video games, collaborating with artists and designers to bring in-game characters to life using industry tools like Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter.
Octo Games is an international gamedev studio with a legal entity in the Netherlands.
We create commercial game projects for the Steam audience and support them at every stage — from the initial idea, script, and visual direction to release, post-launch support, and further development.
Our main focus is Adult Visual Novels and story-driven games, where visual quality, character design, atmosphere, and emotional engagement play a key role in the player’s experience.
Since 2017, the team has released more than 200 projects and built an international audience around its games.
Today, Octo Games continues to grow while maintaining a flexible approach to work. We make decisions quickly, value initiative, and give specialists the opportunity to influence the final result.
We work remotely and bring together professionals from different countries who are interested in creating atmospheric and commercially successful games.
We are currently looking for an experienced 3D Character Artist to work with us.
In this role, you will work on realistic 3D characters for a commercial game project with an existing audience and visibility on Steam.
For us, a character is not just a model - it is an important part of the story, visual style, and emotional perception of the scene. We are looking for a specialist who understands the full pipeline of creating real-time characters for Unity and can combine technical accuracy with strong visual quality.
@plnkls_octo_games
As part of the selection process, candidates may be expected to complete an unpaid test assignment. It helps the team evaluate their technical approach, attention to detail, character quality, optimization skills, and fit for the project’s requirements.
We create commercial game projects for the Steam audience and support them at every stage — from the initial idea, script, and visual direction to release, post-launch support, and further development.
Our main focus is Adult Visual Novels and story-driven games, where visual quality, character design, atmosphere, and emotional engagement play a key role in the player’s experience.
Since 2017, the team has released more than 200 projects and built an international audience around its games.
Today, Octo Games continues to grow while maintaining a flexible approach to work. We make decisions quickly, value initiative, and give specialists the opportunity to influence the final result.
We work remotely and bring together professionals from different countries who are interested in creating atmospheric and commercially successful games.
We are currently looking for an experienced 3D Character Artist to work with us.
In this role, you will work on realistic 3D characters for a commercial game project with an existing audience and visibility on Steam.
For us, a character is not just a model - it is an important part of the story, visual style, and emotional perception of the scene. We are looking for a specialist who understands the full pipeline of creating real-time characters for Unity and can combine technical accuracy with strong visual quality.
Responsibilities
- Create 3D character models considering anatomy, proportions, and the visual style of the game;
- Work with existing character models and adapt them when needed;
- Optimize models for Unity;
- Set up character rigs in Blender;
- Create high-quality PBR textures;
- Work on realistic materials for skin, hair, clothing, and other character elements;
- Set up soft tissue, skin, breast, hair, and other physics-based elements;
- Optimize physics for Unity, including Cloth, Soft Body Physics, Jiggle Bones, and Dynamic Bone;
- Work with Blender and Unity PhysX when required;
- Make sure characters meet both artistic and technical project requirements;
- Collaborate with the team and adjust assets based on feedback.
Requirements
We are looking for a specialist who:- Has experience working as a 3D Character Artist;
- Is confident working in Blender;
- Has experience with Unity and real-time character pipelines;
- Understands anatomy and the principles of creating realistic characters;
- Has experience creating and optimizing game-ready character models;
- Knows how to work with PBR textures and materials;
- Understands model and physics optimization for game engines;
- Pays attention to detail and visual quality;
- Can work independently while staying aligned with the team’s requirements;
- Is comfortable receiving feedback and making adjustments.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Shader Graph and/or Amplify Shader;
- Experience with Unity HDRP and/or URP;
- Understanding of GPU optimization;
- Experience working with LOD systems;
- Experience with realistic characters for visual novels, story-driven games, or adult-themed projects;
- Understanding of how body shape, materials, movement, and visual details affect the player’s perception of a character.
We Offer
- Remote 5/2 work schedule and the ability to work from anywhere in the world;
- Paid vacation and sick days;
- Work in a stable game development company;
- Participation in commercial projects with a real audience;
- The opportunity to make a real contribution to game creation;
- The opportunity to improve your skills in 3D animation and game development;
- Work in a team of passionate professionals;
- Open-minded management that trusts the team;
- Support from the team and management during onboarding and throughout the work process;
- Space for initiative, ideas, and creative contribution;
- A comfortable communication format without unnecessary bureaucracy.
Important
You can apply directly here on the website or contact the recruiter directly on Telegram:@plnkls_octo_games
As part of the selection process, candidates may be expected to complete an unpaid test assignment. It helps the team evaluate their technical approach, attention to detail, character quality, optimization skills, and fit for the project’s requirements.