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Keywords Studios Plc

... and character expressions * Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve ... Knowledge of multiplayer games, RPGs, and FPS titles * Passion for video games and storytelling

Keywords Studios

WI ยท On-site

... and character expressions * Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve ... Knowledge of multiplayer games, RPGs, and FPS titles * Passion for video games and storytelling

Naughty Dog

Producer

Santa Monica, CA ยท On-site

$139K - $141K/yr

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention ... Solid understanding of video game development, software development processes, and project ...

Cloud Chamber

Lead Character Artist

Novato, CA ยท Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

Skills & Experiences: * 10+ years of professional experience in the video game industry, with 2 or more shipped titles as a character artist (preferably on a first-person title). * Proven success ...

2K

Lead Character Artist

Novato, CA ยท Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

Skills & Experiences: * 10+ years of professional experience in the video game industry, with 2 or more shipped titles as a character artist (preferably on a first-person title). * Proven success ...

Cloud Chamber

Lead Character Artist

Novato, CA ยท On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Skills & Experiences: * 10+ years of professional experience in the video game industry, with 2 or more shipped titles as a character artist (preferably on a first-person title). * Proven success ...

2K

Lead Character Artist

Novato, CA ยท On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Skills & Experiences: * 10+ years of professional experience in the video game industry, with 2 or more shipped titles as a character artist (preferably on a first-person title). * Proven success ...

Naughty Dog

Producer

Santa Monica, CA ยท On-site

$64.47 - $80.58/hr

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention ... Solid understanding of video game development, software development processes, and project ...

AGBO Films LLC

Senior Character Texture Artist

Raleigh, NC ยท On-site

$117K - $123K/yr

... Prime Video's visceral thriller The Bluff and the global Citadel franchise. Citadel Season 2 ... In 2023, AGBO welcomed Donald Mustard-former Chief Creative Officer at Epic Games and co-creator of ...

AGBO

Senior Character Texture Artist

Raleigh, NC ยท On-site

$117K - $123K/yr

... Prime Video's visceral thriller The Bluff and the global Citadel franchise. Citadel Season 2 ... In 2023, AGBO welcomed Donald Mustardformer Chief Creative Officer at Epic Games and co-creator of ...

AGBO

Senior Character Texture Artist

Raleigh, NC ยท On-site

$117K - $123K/yr

... Prime Video's visceral thriller The Bluff and the global Citadel franchise. Citadel Season 2 ... In 2023, AGBO welcomed Donald Mustard-former Chief Creative Officer at Epic Games and co-creator of ...

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How much do video game character drawing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for video game character drawing in the United States is $18.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is video game character drawing?

Video game character drawing is the process of designing and illustrating the visual appearance of characters that will appear in a video game. This includes creating concept art, detailed character sheets, and sometimes 3D models or sprites, depending on the game's style. Artists focus on aspects such as the character's personality, clothing, and unique features to ensure they fit the game's narrative and world. The goal is to make characters visually appealing and memorable, while also ensuring they are functional for gameplay and animation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a video game character artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Video Game Character Artist, you need strong drawing fundamentals, knowledge of anatomy, and proficiency in digital art, often supported by a degree in art or related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Adobe Photoshop, ZBrush, and 3D modeling software such as Blender or Maya is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong collaboration skills help artists bring unique and compelling characters to life within a team environment. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality assets that enhance gameplay and storytelling in video games.

What are some common challenges artists face when drawing video game characters in a studio environment?

Artists drawing video game characters often encounter challenges such as balancing creative expression with strict project guidelines and adapting to frequent design changes based on team feedback. Collaboration is key, as character artists regularly work with concept artists, animators, and game designers to ensure their designs fit both the artistic vision and technical requirements of the game. Tight deadlines and the need to maintain consistency across multiple characters or styles can also add pressure, making time management and communication essential skills in this role.

What is the difference between Video Game Character Drawing vs Concept Artist?

AspectVideo Game Character DrawingConcept Artist
Required CredentialsArt degree or portfolio, drawing skillsArt or design degree, strong visual development skills
Work EnvironmentPersonal studio, game studios, freelanceGame studios, creative agencies, freelance
Industry UsageCreating character illustrations for gamesDeveloping visual concepts for characters and environments
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding specific character drawing skillsUnderstanding visual development and concept creation

Video Game Character Drawing focuses on creating detailed character illustrations, often as standalone art or for game assets. Concept Artist involves developing comprehensive visual concepts for characters and environments used throughout game development. While both roles require strong artistic skills and industry experience, Concept Artists typically work on broader visual development, whereas Character Drawings are more focused on individual character art.

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3D Game Programmer (Unity)

San Francisco, CA โ€ข On-site

Spellbrush
Software Developmentย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees
Learn more about Spellbrushexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

tl;dr: We're building a 3D first-person adventure game where an AI companion is the core of the game. Think MiSide with LLMs, but truly integrated with gameplay, not just a RP chatbot.
About Us
Here at Spellbrush, we're passionate about making a good anime game.
We also happen to be the world's leading generative AI studio-we're the team behind nijiใƒปjourney.
Our mission is simple: use AI to bring characters to life and push the boundaries of narrative-driven games.
What We're Building
We've developed an in-house LLM storytelling system that blends AI, story, and gameplay-going far beyond shallow "chat-only" experiences.
The result is an AI companion who cooperates with you in puzzles, remembers across worlds, and changes how each chapter unfolds.
We're looking for a strong Unity engineer who loves 3D story-driven games. You'll join our lead Unity dev, who has spent the past 5 years building interactive anime avatars, to grow our working prototype into a full game.
In-game screenshots (development build)
About The Role
You will join a small but extremely talented team to define a new kind of video game experience. You'll work alongside top otaku minds in the industry, including the creator of Warudo and Cytoid, a Google Deepmind veteran behind Project Astra, and top-tier AI researchers.
As an early member of this team, you will have significant artistic and research freedom to shape what could become the next-generation LLM-driven storytelling experience.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
Impact and Ownership: As an early team member, you'll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of what's possible at the intersection of the AI, anime, and video game industry.
A World-Class Team: You'll work directly with some of the best AI researchers and engineers in the world in a small, mighty, and fast-paced team.
Culture: We are seeking individuals who ideally are fans of anime and the anime aesthetic. We believe in the unmatched speed of in-person collaboration.
International Opportunities: We have primary research offices in downtown Akihabara, Tokyo, and San Francisco. Visa sponsorships are available for qualified candidates.
You may be a good fit if:
You love anime and the anime aesthetic
We are literally building an anime game, so this is a requirement!
You have independently developed a 3D narrative game in Unity
Bonus points if the game is first-person.
You're good at 3D character animation
Bonus if you have used mocap and understand the mocap workflow at a studio. Bonus for having your assets on the Unity store.
You're excited about the potential of Generative AI
You'll also be working closely along some of the best AI researchers in the world. Part of working with our team may involve looking at our latest research results, and figuring out how to best apply it into our game. You will be at the literal cutting edge of what is possible with machine learning, art, and games. Having experience working with LLMs is a plus.
You're comfortable working on small, fast-paced teams
Working here will feel very much like a small indie studio: close-knit, with high ownership and flexibility.
We also believe in the unmatched speed of in-person teams, and prefer on-site collaboration in either our primary research office in Tokyo (downtown Akihabara) or San Francisco. Visa sponsorships are available.

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