Senior Character Artist
Keywords StudiosVietnam • Malaysia • Indonesia
Posted February 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Keywords Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Character Artist who is passionate about creating high quality, game-ready characters. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering realistic or stylized characters that meet AAA quality standards while fitting technical and pipeline requirements.
Requirements
- Create high-quality 3D characters (realistic or stylized) from concept to final in game asset
- Sculpt detailed anatomy and forms using ZBrush with strong understanding of human and creature anatomy
- Create game-ready topology, UVs, and optimized meshes
- Texture characters using Substance Painter / Designer, including skin, fabrics, armor, and props
- Work with scan data / Texture XYZ maps for realistic head likeness and skin detailing
- Create and place hair cards (or groom-based hair where applicable) with attention to realism and performance is a plus.
- Ensure assets meet technical constraints (polycount, texture budgets, LODs)
- Integrate characters into game engines (Unreal / Unity) and troubleshoot visual issues
- Collaborate with rigging, animation, and tech art teams to ensure smooth deformation and performance
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Flexible working hours