3D Character Artist 
Hybrid role
10 Day Assignment

Our client is an immersive studio creating high-quality visual experiences across virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and real-time applications. Their work spans beauty, fashion, and other creative sectors, delivering captivating and lifelike imagery that enhances storytelling. Join a forward-thinking team where artistry and technology come together to create striking visuals.

Role Overview

They're seeking an Contract 3D Character Artist for a project focused on real-time character creation. You will be responsible for sculpting and modelling detailed female characters, with a specific focus on realistic facial expressions suited to beauty and fashion projects. Candidates with experience in Unreal Engine 5 are preferred, and those based in Greater Manchester are ideal, as on-set testing may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed, lifelike female characters optimised for real-time performance in Unreal Engine 5.
• Sculpt facial expressions that capture emotion and beauty, with an emphasis on fashion-related projects.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth integration into Unreal Engine pipelines, focusing on materials and effects.
• Support rigging processes by ensuring models are structured for effective animation.
• Test characters in real-time environments, maintaining high visual standards throughout.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a 3D character artist at the intermediate to senior level.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in female character modelling and facial anatomy.
• Experience working with Unreal Engine 5, including knowledge of materials, effects, and character workflows.
• Basic understanding of character rigging to assist with model preparation for animation.
• Ability to create characters that fit within specified real-time performance targets.
• Based in Greater Manchester or willing to travel for periodic testing sessions.

Ideal Candidate

• A keen eye for detail with a strong understanding of sculpting expressive and lifelike characters.
• Passionate about combining technical skill with creative artistry in beauty and fashion projects.
• Able to work independently, yet efficiently within a team setting, and take ownership of their contributions.

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