Lead Character Artist in Kimberley

5 hours ago

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Placements24 Full-time
Guide a talented team as a Lead Character Artist in Kimberley. Shape the visual direction of character art in a dynamic hybrid work environment.

Our client seeks an experienced Lead Character Artist to oversee character art creation. This role emphasizes artistic excellence, mentoring junior artists, and leading a high-quality art pipeline. Ideal candidates are passionate with strong leadership and technical skills in character modeling and texturing while effectively collaborating across teams.

Key Responsibilities: • Lead the character art team in creating compelling 3D models • Maintain artistic style and quality for character assets • Collaborate with animators and technical artists for visual coherence • Provide mentorship and constructive feedback to team members • Oversee the asset pipeline for timely delivery

Requirements: • 8+ years of experience in 3D character art • Strong portfolio showcasing modeling and texturing skills • Proficient in Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Photoshop • Familiar with Unreal Engine or Unity for real-time rendering • Proven leadership and communication skills in hybrid settings

Inspire creativity and artistic growth while leading character development in Kimberley.