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Full Time Game Character Design Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Brainstorm ideas and create rapid 3D prototypes during the concept and design phase * Support the ... Passion for creating memorable characters for games * Understanding of Industry Standard Software ...

About NetEase Games: As a leading internet technology company based in China, NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ ... Lead the design and execution of performance animation for key story sequences and interactive ...

Potential for long-term employment or full-time role * $300 - $800 per series * Los Angeles ... character, prop, or environment design work * Optional: links to any animation, film, game, or ...

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Character Animation Director to join our Special ... design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to ...

Designer, Combat

Bradley, IL · On-site

$47K - $88K/yr

Design, implement and iterate on in-game character actions. This includes attacks, reactions and navigation. * Works closely with art teams to collaborate on and help define all associated visual ...

... gaming, and our design challenges reflect that. We're passionate about making self-care feel easy ... Work cross-functionally with engineering, product management, character design and character ...

Lead Character Artist

Novato, CA · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

Work closely with Directors, Leads, Concept, Environment, Design, Gameplay, and Animation teams to ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

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Designer, Combat

Chicago, IL · On-site

$47K - $88K/yr

Design, implement and iterate on in-game character actions. This includes attacks, reactions and navigation. * Works closely with art teams to collaborate on and help define all associated visual ...

Lead Character Artist

Novato, CA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Work closely with Directors, Leads, Concept, Environment, Design, Gameplay, and Animation teams to ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

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AR Game Designer -- Mobile & WebAR

Miami, FL · Remote

$158K/yr

Phase Two -- Mobile Game: A native iOS and Android experience where players confront monsters in ... character-specific mechanics add meaningful value. * Design encounters that are immediately ...

Gameplay Animator (Senior/Principal)

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$113K - $129K/yr

... design, combat and audio. We play the game daily and our deep understanding of it allows us to ... Creating high-quality, in-game character animations that bring combat, movement, and moment-to ...

Lead Character Artist

Novato, CA · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

Work closely with Directors, Leads, Concept, Environment, Design, Gameplay, and Animation teams to ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

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From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, help shape the future of interactive entertainment at Epic. What You'll Do You will collaborate with cross-disciplinary ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time game character design in the United States is $130,762.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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3D Character Artist (Mid-Senior)

Thatgamecompany

Remote

$81K - $114K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

3D Character Artist (Mid-Senior)
thatgamecompany is looking for a Mid-Senior 3D Character Artist to join our team!
Responsibilities:
  • Create 3D characters and cosmetics in a visual style aligned with the world of Sky
  • Skinning character and cosmetic assets
  • Collaborate with project leads, concept artists, designers, and engineers
  • Brainstorm ideas and create rapid 3D prototypes during the concept and design phase
  • Support the rest of the 3D team to create character assets
  • Review and fix bugs of all complexities
  • Contribute to documentation and resource libraries for the art department
  • Promote, contribute to, and participate in a culture of inclusion and diversity

Must Haves:
  • Online portfolio demonstrating character art skills
  • 3+ years of experience as a 3D Character Artist at a game studio
  • Proficient modeling skills in Maya or equivalent
  • Self-motivated, humble, and a team player
  • Open-minded and able to implement feedback from peers and art directors in a timely manner
  • Passion for creating memorable characters for games
  • Understanding of Industry Standard Software such as Photoshop, ZBrush, and Texture Creation/Material Editing (Substance Painter/Unity)
  • Familiarity with Maya rigging/skinning

Nice to Haves:
  • A passionate Gamer
  • A Sky Player
  • Human Anatomy & Animal Anatomy knowledge
  • Understanding of clothing construction and real-world materials
  • Strive to create a gaming experience that brings a positive impact to the gaming world
  • Experience creating a game from the ground up
  • Portfolio demonstrating a variety of art styles

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
The salary range for this position is $81,000 USD to $114,000 USD annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company's compensation practices.
Employees in this position are eligible to participate in the Company's standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.
Our base pay is benchmarked against regional market and industry data and is adjusted to reflect the cost of living in your specific geographic area.
We look forward to meeting you!
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