Remote 3D Character Artist – Photorealistic

About the role

We are seeking experienced 3D Character Artists to create photorealistic human characters for a large‑scale program supporting a leading semiconductor client. The work focuses on next‑generation quality, balancing cinematic detail with real‑time performance.

Key responsibilities

• Model, texture, and rig photorealistic 3D human characters primarily using Reallusion Character Creator.
• Build character morphs, poses, clothing, and export assets with proper material setup for the target engine.
• Adapt and improve existing assets, optimizing them for real‑time performance while maintaining cinematic quality.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of experience creating content for Unreal Engine or a comparable modern game engine.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating high‑quality photorealistic characters with material, shading, rigging, and hair system breakdowns.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Character Creator, Unreal Engine, Blender (Cycles) and Substance.
• Ability to sculpt photorealistic humans from scratch using ZBrush or similar tools.
• Expertise in PBR workflows, material composition, optimization, skin/cloth/hair shading, SSS, translucency and wrinkle maps.
• Experience setting up facial expressions, poses and rebuilding hair systems (card‑based to curve‑based).