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3D artists remote positions include a variety of jobs in which you work from home to design and execute 3D animations for animation production studios, websites, video game companies, and filmmakers. You have a number of responsibilities, such as communicating closely with producers, writers, directors, or other creative workers to understand the scope of the project and the specific aesthetic attached to it. Your technical duties are then to draw initial illustrations by hand, get approval from other parties, begin to model more detailed renderings in 3D, and finally animate them. 2D art combines creative illustration with computer programming and manipulation of powerful animation and design software.

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A Remote 3D Artist creates 3D models, textures, and animations for various industries, such as gaming, film, architecture, and product design, while working from a remote location. They use software like Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max to develop high-quality assets based on client or project requirements. Communication is typically done through online collaboration tools, and deadlines must be met independently. This role requires artistic creativity, technical proficiency, and strong time management skills.

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To thrive as a Remote 3D Artist, you need strong artistic abilities, proficiency in 3D modeling and texturing, and a solid understanding of visual design principles, often complemented by a relevant degree or portfolio. Expertise in industry-standard software such as Blender, Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, or ZBrush is essential, and familiarity with version control systems or real-time engines like Unity or Unreal Engine is often required. Excellent communication, time management, and self-discipline are vital soft skills for collaborating remotely and meeting deadlines. These abilities enable high-quality creative output, smooth remote teamwork, and efficient workflow management in a distributed work setting.

What are some common challenges of working remotely as a 3D artist and how are they addressed?

Working remotely as a 3D Artist can present challenges such as staying aligned with team objectives, receiving timely feedback, and managing project milestones independently. Many companies address these challenges by establishing regular check-ins, utilizing collaborative platforms for file sharing and communication, and setting clear guidelines for progress updates. It’s important to be proactive in communicating with art directors and team members to ensure your work matches the project's vision. Most remote teams use project management tools and instant messaging apps to maintain workflow transparency and foster a sense of collaboration. By engaging with these systems, remote 3D Artists can remain integrated with their teams and maintain productivity.

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Artiste 3D senior | Senior 3D Artist

Side

Montreal, QC • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

~ English version to follow ~

Lieu : Montreal, Quebec ou Toronto, Ontario

Structure de travail : Hybride (teletravail + presence sur site)

Contrat: 6+ mois

Chez Side, nous travaillons aux cotes de certains des plus grands developpeurs de jeux au monde pour resoudre des defis techniques complexes et donner vie a des experiences de jeu exceptionnelles. Nous recherchons un(e) artiste/modelisateur 3D talentueux(se) avec une passion pour la creation d'actifs de haute qualite prets pour le jeu en temps reel. Vous serez responsable de donner vie aux concepts grace a une modelisation polygonale detaillee, tout en vous assurant que les actifs sont optimises pour la performance et integres sans probleme dans Unreal Engine. En travaillant en etroite collaboration avec les artistes, les designers et les equipes techniques, vous contribuerez a la qualite visuelle du projet tout en respectant la direction artistique et les guides de style etablis. Que votre expertise se situe dans le hard-surface, l'organique ou une combinaison des deux, vous aurez une solide comprehension des pipelines d'art de jeu modernes et un il avise a la fois pour la qualite et l'optimisation.

Exigences

Nous recherchons un artiste 3D/modelisateur talentueux, passionne par la creation d'actifs de haute qualite prets pour le jeu dans des environnements en temps reel. Vous serez responsable de donner vie aux concepts grace a une modelisation polygonale detaillee, tout en veillant a ce que les assets soient optimises pour la performance et integres de maniere fluide dans Unreal Engine. En travaillant en etroite collaboration avec les artistes, les designers et les equipes techniques, vous contribuerez a la qualite visuelle du projet tout en respectant la direction artistique et les guides de style etablis. Que votre expertise concerne le hard-surface, l'organique ou une combinaison des deux disciplines, vous aurez une bonne comprehension des pipelines d'art moderne pour les jeux et un il attentif a la fois sur la qualite et l'optimisation.

Ce que nous recherchons :

  • Forte maitrise de la modelisation polygonale (modelisation hard-surface et/ou organique)
  • Bonne comprehension de la creation de LOD (niveau de detail) et de l'optimisation en temps reel
  • Connaissances de base en depliage UV
  • Familiarite avec Unreal Engine
  • Capacite a travailler a partir de briefs artistiques et de guides de style
  • La connaissance de Blender est preferee, car nous sommes en train de passer a ce logiciel ; cependant, l'experience avec Maya ou 3ds Max serait suffisante.

Ce que nous offrons :

  • Salaire competitif.
  • Environnement de travail dynamique, multiculturel et stimulant.
  • Vous travaillerez pour le leader mondial des services de jeux video.
  • Nous valorisons nos collaborateurs et offrons des perspectives d'evolution regulieres pour favoriser leur epanouissement professionnel.

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A propos de Side
Side (anciennement PTW) est un fournisseur mondial de services et de developpement de jeux video, proposant des solutions techniques et creatives a de nombreux developpeurs et studios parmi les plus importants du monde. Fondee en 2009 et s'appuyant sur plus de 30 ans d'experience de notre maison mere au Japon, Side est devenue une force mondiale avec 20 studios repartis dans 14 pays en Amerique du Nord, en Europe, en Amerique du Sud et en Asie.

Nos services de pointe incluent le developpement de jeux, la production artistique, la production audio, l'assurance qualite, la localisation, l'assurance qualite de la localisation, le support aux joueurs, la gestion de communaute et les ensembles de donnees.

Aidez-nous a partager des histoires avec le monde entier! Rejoignez une equipe internationale de joueurs passionnes et contribuez a offrir des experiences de jeu inoubliables.

Decouvrez notre cote de la vie. Pour plus d'informations, rendez-vous sur https://www.side.inc/fr-ca

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Location: Montreal, Quebec or Toronto, Ontario

Work structure: Hybrid (Remote + On-site)

Contract: 6+ months

At Side, we work alongside some of the world's leading game developers to solve complex technical challenges and bring exceptional player experiences to life.

We're looking for a talented 3D Artist/Modeller with a passion for creating high-quality game-ready assets for real-time environments. You'll be responsible for bringing concepts to life through detailed polygonal modelling, while ensuring assets are optimised for performance and seamlessly integrated into Unreal Engine. Working closely with artists, designers, and technical teams, you'll contribute to the visual quality of the project while adhering to established artistic direction and style guides. Whether your expertise lies in hard-surface, organic, or a combination of both disciplines, you'll have a strong understanding of modern game art pipelines and a keen eye for both quality and optimisation.

Requirements

We're looking for a talented 3D Artist/Modeller with a passion for creating high-quality game-ready assets for real-time environments. You'll be responsible for bringing concepts to life through detailed polygonal modelling, while ensuring assets are optimised for performance and seamlessly integrated into Unreal Engine. Working closely with artists, designers, and technical teams, you'll contribute to the visual quality of the project while adhering to established artistic direction and style guides. Whether your expertise lies in hard-surface, organic, or a combination of both disciplines, you'll have a strong understanding of modern game art pipelines and a keen eye for both quality and optimisation.

What We're Looking For:

  • Strong proficiency in polygonal modeling (hard-surface and/or organic modeling)
  • Good understanding of LOD (Level of Detail) creation and real-time optimization
  • Basic knowledge of UV unwrapping
  • Familiarity with Unreal Engine
  • Ability to work from artistic briefs and style guides
  • Knowledge of Blender preferred, as we are transitioning toward this software; however, experience with Maya or 3ds Max would be sufficient

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary.
  • Dynamic, multicultural and fun environment.
  • You will be working for the world's leading provider of game services.
  • We empower our people and offer regular progression opportunities to ensure our employees flourish.

About Side

Side (formerly PTW) is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in 2009 and drawing on 30+ years' experience from our parent company in Japan, Side has since grown to become a global force with 20 studios in 14 countries across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. 

Our industry-leading services include game development, art production, audio production, quality assurance, localization, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets.

Help us bring stories to the world! Join a global team of passionate gamers and contribute to delivering unforgettable game experiences.

Experience our side of life. For more information, visit www.side.inc