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AGBO Films LLC

Senior Character Texture Artist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$117K - $123K/yr

In 2023, AGBO welcomed Donald Mustard-former Chief Creative Officer at Epic Games and co-creator of ... Proficiency with Substance Painter, Substance Designer, or equivalent, and Unreal Engine pipelines

NAUGHTY DOG, LLC

$60 - $80/hr

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention ... We're looking for self-motivated, proactive designers who enjoy creating unique experiences and can ...

AGBO

Senior Character Texture Artist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$117K - $123K/yr

In 2023, AGBO welcomed Donald Mustardformer Chief Creative Officer at Epic Games and co-creator of ... Proficiency with Substance Painter, Substance Designer, or equivalent, and Unreal Engine pipelines

AGBO

Senior Character Texture Artist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$117K - $123K/yr

In 2023, AGBO welcomed Donald Mustard-former Chief Creative Officer at Epic Games and co-creator of ... Proficiency with Substance Painter, Substance Designer, or equivalent, and Unreal Engine pipelines

Epic Games

Character Animation Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Character Animation Director to join our Special ... Collaborate closely with engineers and technical designers to design scalable, flexible animation ...

TapBlaze, LLC

$80 - $100/hr

How can gameplay tell a better story? What makes a character unforgettable? How can we make this ... Designer, Narrative Writer, Game Writer, or similar narrative focused role in the video game ...

TapBlaze, LLC

Narrative Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

How can gameplay tell a better story? What makes a character unforgettable? How can we make this ... Designer, Narrative Writer, Game Writer, or similar narrative focused role in the video game ...

TapBlaze

Narrative Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

How can gameplay tell a better story? * What makes a character unforgettable? * How can we make ... Designer, Narrative Writer, Game Writer, or similar narrative focused role in the video game ...

TapBlaze

Narrative Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

How can gameplay tell a better story? * What makes a character unforgettable? * How can we make ... Designer, Narrative Writer, Game Writer, or similar narrative focused role in the video game ...

teamLFG

Staff Gameplay Designer - Social (Contract)

OR · On-site +1

Do you spend your time thinking about how different game mechanics can come together to create ... Character, Camera and Controls) design and implementation Create endearing NPCs that improve IP ...

TapBlaze

Narrative Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

How can gameplay tell a better story? * What makes a character unforgettable? * How can we make ... Designer, Narrative Writer, Game Writer, or similar narrative focused role in the video game ...

Gunfire Games

VFX Artist (Mid/Senior)

Austin, TX · On-site

Create a wide range of effects, from ambient environmental VFX to character abilities, gameplay effects, and cinematic sequences. * Collaborate with artists, designers, audio, and other development ...

teamLFG

Staff Gameplay Designer - Social (Contract)

$76 - $115/hr

Do you spend your time thinking about how different game mechanics can come together to create ... 3C (Character, Camera and Controls) design and implementation • Create endearing NPCs that ...

Peace

Games Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

... driven character share control of a scene). * Build physical game mechanics. Use inputs from a ... Build tools and content structures that let writers and designers create, configure and tune play ...

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How much do game character designer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for game character designer in the United States is $149,118.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Are game character designers in demand?

Game character designers are in steady demand due to the growth of the gaming industry and the need for visually appealing, innovative characters. Skills in digital art, 3D modeling, and familiarity with design software like Adobe Photoshop or Blender enhance employability, especially in companies focusing on AAA titles or mobile games.

How do you become a game character designer?

To become a game character designer, you typically need a background in art or design, often through a degree or self-study in illustration, concept art, or related fields. Building a strong portfolio showcasing character sketches and designs is essential, along with proficiency in tools like Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions in game development can also help establish a career in this field.

How to get hired as a game character designer?

To get hired as a game character designer, build a strong portfolio showcasing your character concepts and art skills, and gain proficiency in design tools like Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator. Relevant experience through internships, freelance work, or personal projects, along with knowledge of game development processes, can improve your chances of employment.

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Associate Game Designer, Technical

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE)
Software Development • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE)external

$37 - $50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner, Yoh Enterprise Solutions. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.

This is a hybrid / onsite position.

For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Part I is now available for the first time on PC.
Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.

In this role you'll be responsible for prototyping gameplay using our in-house tools and scripting language, which could range from combat encounters to narrative sequences to player mechanics and enemy behaviors. Then working across departments to bring your prototypes into production and polish your work to the high level of quality Naughty Dog is known for. We're looking for self-motivated, proactive designers who enjoy creating unique experiences and can combine their technical and creative skills while iterating rapidly.

What you will do

  • Prototyping, implementing, and owning gameplay scenarios, narrative sequences, interactive objects, and AI behaviors
  • Collaborating with the Design team to conceptualize, prototype, implement, tune, and balance gameplay mechanics and systems
  • Communicating with animation, programming, and art departments to effectively produce the assets and code support required for the areas you're owning
  • Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

What skills will you use

  • Significant programming ability (Computer Science undergraduate degree preferred)
  • Knowledge of 3D math
  • Experience with C++, C#, Lua, or other scripting language
  • Broad understanding of gaming landscape
  • Self-starter with excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Willingness to take design direction when offered, brainstorm, iterate and come up with fun and creative solutions
  • Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Bonus Skills

  • Experience developing third-person action games
  • Experience with 3D level editors
  • Understanding of narrative principles, and conveying emotion through gameplay
  • Experience with the following areas of design
    • Behavior Trees
    • Melee
    • Combat Systems
    • Character animation
    • Enemy & boss design

As part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates should expect to be given a technical interview

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$37-$50 USD

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