Job Details

• Type: Permanent Full-time
• Location: In-person (Bangalore, India)
• Reports To: Lead 3D Character Artist
• Number of Openings: 1

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, highly skilled(in art), 3D Character Artist who can create stylized character assets.

Responsibilities

Character Modeling:

• Work closely with Concept Artists to translate 2D character concepts into detailed 3D models capturing the essence and personality of each character.
• Create high-quality stylized 3D clothing assets with attention to detail, topology, and UV layout. Ensure that the models are optimized for real-time performance in the Unity Engine.
• Develop stylized and visually appealing textures and character materials, considering aesthetics and technical constraints.
• Understanding the logic of proper topology for rigging and skinning character models to make animation run smoothly.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and tools, and maintain expertise in the Unity Engine’s capabilities to implement advanced features and optimize character assets.

Unity Integration:

• Seamlessly integrate character assets into Unity3D, ensuring optimal performance and visual fidelity.
• Collaborate with animators and developers and fix issues as they arise.

Requirements

• Strong portfolio demonstrating 3D character art skills in stylized design.
• Proven experience as a 3D Character Artist with contributions to released games.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, Blender, Marvelous Designer, and Substance Painter or similar tools.
• Experience with Unity Engine for character asset creation, optimization, and implementation.
• Strong grasp of human anatomy, form, and proportion, adaptable to different art styles.
• Expertise in stylized hair creation, drapery modeling for costumes, and both hard-surface and organic modeling.
• Excellent sculpting skills in ZBrush, with a deep understanding of animation-related character modeling.

Before applying, please review our LILA Games | Business Values (https://bit.ly/3rsN1ti) document. We take our culture incredibly seriously and will not accommodate a Values mismatch in our company. So please make sure your Values are in alignment before you apply!

Application Process

• Resume: Submit your resume using the application form below. 
• Evaluation: Give us a few days to evaluate your resume and contact you.
• Written Assessment: You will receive assessments that should be completed and submitted within the deadline and you will also be asked to do one of the assessments on a live interview.
• Video Interviews: We will schedule several video interviews if selected
• Offer: If selected, we will send you a formal offer letter, including compensation and other logistical details
• On-boarding: Before joining, we require reading and a complete understanding of our Values and culture. We will send some tasks and materials to review before you sign your offer letter. 

Lila Games is a learning organization, and one of the fundamental principles of our company is to unlock human potential with learning through challenging work so people become masters of their craft. You can expect to supercharge your learning once you get into this role, but hard work and effort are expected.