3D Character Modeler & Animator

About the company and the project:

The pioneering company, with 20+ game launches, 50 million downloads, and 10 million active users, seeks a 3D Character Modeler & Animator.

Known for its groundbreaking approach in developing mobile games and applications for children, the company stands out for its commitment to blending entertainment with educational value. Their games have garnered widespread acclaim and are accessible on major platforms like the App Store, Google Play, and Amazon Store, making a significant impact on the global gaming community. With a strong focus on creativity and quality, the company fosters a collaborative environment where talented individuals thrive and contribute to shaping the future of digital entertainment.

Located in Cyprus, the company's office in Limassol offers a dynamic work environment conducive to creativity and innovation. Employees enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule, combining remote work opportunities with in-office collaboration. The office culture is characterized by a passion for excellence and a shared commitment to pushing boundaries in mobile gaming development.

Joining the team means being part of a forward-thinking organization poised to make substantial strides in the industry while enjoying a supportive and inspiring workplace.

Your tasks on the position:

Optimize 3D character models and textures for mobile games
Create low-polygon and mid-polygon character models suitable for mobile platforms
UV mapping and texture development using Substance Painter, Photoshop or Krita
Rig and skin characters to provide smooth warping for mobile animation
Animate characters using keyframe techniques, providing smooth, responsive and efficient movements
Optimize character assets for low draw calls, minimal memory usage, and real-time
performance in game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine (Mobile)
Create modular character components for customization systems
Troubleshoot and refine character models and animations based on game performance testing and team feedback

Requirements

Proven experience as a 3D Character Modeler & Animator for mobile games
Strong portfolio showcasing both stylized character modeling and animation for mobile
Expertise in Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max for modeling and animation
Proficiency in Substance Painter, Photoshop
Strong understanding of low-poly modeling, texture baking, and optimization for mobile performance
Experience with rigging and skinning for efficient mobile animation
Familiarity with Unity (Animator, Mecanim) or Unreal Engine (Mobile animation workflow)
Knowledge of sprite-based animation, blend trees, and lightweight animation techniques
Ability to work in a fast-paced, iterative game development cycle
Experience with VFX animation, shaders, or physics-based mobile animations
English B2+

Will be an advantage:

Experience working on casual, hyper-casual, RPG, or strategy mobile games
Familiarity with 2D-to-3D workflows for mobile
Knowledge of optimization tools like Texture Atlases, LODs, and GPU Instancing for mobile games
Basic scripting knowledge (Python, C#, or Blueprint) for animation automation

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance incentives
Family-friendly flexible work arrangements
Paid holidays
Modern equipment
Opportunities for growth
Collaborative and inclusive work environment
Work-life balance support
Creative and innovative project opportunities

3D Character Modeler & Animator

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