Senior 3D Character Artist

Fashion League; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming platform based in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior 3D Character Artist to create AAA quality characters and clothing using advanced 3D software. You will be responsible for sculpting, modeling, and texturing, ensuring alignment with the game's visual targets while supervising a team of artists. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, along with a passion for gaming and fashion. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to revolutionizing mobile entertainment.

Benefits

Access to cutting-edge technology

Collaboration with industry experts

Opportunities for continuous learning

Qualifications

• High proficiency in creating AAA quality characters and clothing.
• Solid grasp of color theory and lighting techniques.
• Ability to provide creative and technical guidance to team members.

Responsibilities

• Sculpt, model, UV, texture, and create materials for characters and clothing.
• Engage in technical and aesthetic problem-solving discussions for projects.
• Review assets for alignment with design and readiness for rigging.

Skills

3D software (3dsMax or Maya)

Z-Brush

Substance Designer/Painter

Photoshop

Marvelous Designer

High and Low poly modeling

Human anatomy knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Unity engine

Job description

Finfin Play proudly presents Fashion League, a groundbreaking platform that redefines mobile gaming by connecting gamers, fashion brands, and creators. More than just a game, Fashion League is an inclusive, free-to-play hub blending immersive gameplay with cutting‑edge 3D technology. Developed with our community and top fashion brands, it empowers players to express creativity, build connections, and bridge the gap between fashion and technology.

Joining Finfin Play | Fashion League means becoming part of a mission‑driven team dedicated to shaping the future of mobile entertainment and gamified e‑commerce. Together, we’re building a global community where passion for fashion meets the joy of gaming, creating endless possibilities for players, brands, and creators alike.

Position Overview

The Senior 3D Character Artist position requires strong skills in creating high‑quality art, consistent character design, and understanding art pipelines and device limitations. As a Senior 3D Character Artist, you'll bring characters to life, using the latest tools and technologies, while working with the art team and other departments to ensure characters meet both artistic and technical standards, enhancing the game's overall experience.

Responsibilities

Character and Clothing Creation

• Sculpt, model, UV, texture, and create materials for AAA quality characters and clothing.
• Utilize techniques, including Marvelous Designer, Zbrush, Substance Designer, and Painter, to set the tone for character creation.

Project and Team Coordination

• Actively engage in technical and aesthetic problem‑solving discussions for the entire project.
• Provide creative and technical guidance to character artists.
• Collaborate closely with the production leadership to ensure the project consistently exceeds visual targets and maintains a cohesive style.

Asset Review and Quality Assurance

• Review assets to ensure they align with the intended design and are ready for rigging and animation.
• Maintain a transparent and reliable schedule, coordinating effectively with the production team.

Supervision and Team Support

• Supervise a team of artists.
• Conduct reviews and interviews for potential candidates, provide training, assign work,
• and appraise employee performance.
• Resolve interpersonal and performance issues within the team.
• Mentor artists by providing creative and technical training, guidance, and feedback.

Requirements

• High proficiency of a major 3D software (3dsMax or Maya), Z‑Brush, Substance Designer/Painter and Photoshop, and Marvelous Designer.
• Excellent High and Low poly modeling skills, as well as demonstrable skill with texture and shader creation within a PBR pipeline.
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy, clothing and folds as well as materials.
• Solid grasp of color theory and lighting techniques for quality presentation and the best player experience.
• Ability to rapidly master proprietary tools and development pipelines.
• Ability to be resourceful and come up with creative solutions.
• Ability to be receptive to art direction and critiques.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively coordinate with producers, programmers, designers, technical artists, as well as other artists.
• Strong organizational, supervisory and mentoring skills.
• Passion for gaming.

Pluses

• Exceptional visual and technical understanding of 3D modeling and texturing of characters, clothing and assets.
• Passionate about digital fashion, understanding of avatar‑based customization, player self‑expression, and trend‑aware fashion content.
• Strong foundation in traditional art.
• Experience with Unity engine.
• Knowledge of rigging.
• Character and clothing concepting skills.
• Scripting experience Python or MEL.

What we offer

• Access to cutting‑edge technology and collaboration with top experts in fashion and gaming.
• A diverse, international team that values fresh ideas and collaboration, with plenty of space for creativity.
• Hands‑on experience in digital fashion gaming and opportunities for continuous learning and advancement.

How to Apply

• Send your résumé and/or portfolio showcasing your relevant work and passion for gaming to [e-mail] with the subject line: Senior 3D Character Artist — [Your Name].
• If you’re selected for the next stage, a member of our recruitment team will contact you. Good luck!