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Odyssey Interactive is a new game studio that just launched it's first title "Omega Strikers" an anime inspired fusion of several well known genres to create something new. We're a small team, and we intend to stay that way as we expand across multiple games, but we aim to have those games share similar identities and utilize the IP and world that we're building.

If you've got a hunger for having a larger individual impact than you're used to having, or if working on small teams is your jam, than Odyssey might be a great place for you! You'll work alongside world class artists who've created characters and environments in some of the world's most successful games, and get to lean into stylized worlds like you've maybe never had the chance to before!

Job Description

As a Senior 3D Character Artist , you will bring our anime inspired characters to life by creating and texturing high and low poly models. Your sculpting skills, artistic eye and keen understanding of anatomy, form, and color will lead the way in character creation. Working within both technical and design constraints, you will use your knowledge of proportions, anatomy and readability to ensure models are optimized in game. Your craft expertise, high-level execution and attention to detail will enrich the the world and characters that our players love.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in professional game development as a character artist with at least 1 shipped title in the AAA console / PC space.

  • An exceptional understanding of form, shape, structure, and silhouette in regards to modeling.

  • Knowledgeable in Next-Gen modeling and sculpting techniques to aid you in creating what we believe can become iconic characters in the gaming world.

  • Possesses in-depth understanding of game engines, pipelines, and processes.

  • Impressive communication and strong problem-solving skills.

  • Solid understanding of game art with an ability to clearly discuss modern trends

Preferred Qualifications

  • Solid aesthetics and strong adaptability. Understand fashion trends, have a good sense of material matching, strong proficiency at shaping and designing characters are preferred;

  • Strong learning ability, high degree of initiative, sense of responsibility, teamwork, and good communication skills.

  • Profound knowledge of humanities, such as movies, animation, games, countries, and folklore.

  • Passion for games and anime

Additional Information

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health benefits.

  • Unlimited paid-time-off policy with 2 week minimum enforced by the company as well as a week off between Christmas and New Years.

  • Stock options in an early stage startup as well as competitive salaries

  • Comprehensive relocation or immigration assistance should you choose to join the team in Canada.