"Motive” is the driving force within us that takes us from an idea to reality. We’re not talking about the expected, the conventional, the cliché. We want none of that. Instead, we choose to prioritize innovation through experimentation, and creativity through fun. Motive provides a safe, trusting, and empowering environment where everyone feels supported to make brave decisions and to take these creative jumps. Curious about what the future of games could look like? Great, so are we.
We are looking for a Lead Character Artist who is passionate about creating high-quality, realistic characters and is eager to join us in our desire to push quality to the next level. You will report to the Development Director.
Responsibilities
As a Lead Character Artist, you will manage:
- You will sculpt high-resolution characters
- Create clean game topology, UV’s and textures
- Work with Production to manage the character art team’s daily activities
- Work with other departments to ensure the Character art meets the game design needs
- Help with character design
- Work with Art Director to enhance high visual quality of character models
- Partner with engineers and tech artists to develop a character art pipeline
- Mentor both our character teams through feedback
- Communicate the visual design of the characters through art specifications, style guides, and reference material
- Help establish workflows and reference material for outsourcing
- Provide feedback to outsourcing partners
- You will report to the Development Director
Skills We Look For
- 7+ years of experience in a related field
- Previous character lead experience within a game production environment
- Experience with anatomy and fundamental art skills
- Maya or similar 3D modeling software
- Expert sculpting skills using ZBrush
- Expert knowledge of PBR texture/material workflows
- Experience with Marvelous Designer and clothing creation
- Real-time hair creation and high-res grooming
- Hard surface modeling
- Experience with Substance Painter or Mari
- Experience with photogrammetry
- Understanding of rigging and skinning
- Knowledge of FACS based facial blendshape creation
- Passion for collaboration with other artists, designers, and programmers
