3D Character Artist

We're looking for a 3D Character Artist to craft the cast for a new, stylized game at Snowman. You'll work closely with the Art Director and art team, creating characters, creatures and cosmetics from concept through implementation. This is a contract position based in our downtown Toronto studio, with the option to work remotely 2 days per week.

Responsibilities

Build in-game models with clean topology, focusing on low-poly character work.

Create a variety of humanoids, animals and creatures across a range of styles.

Create game-ready assets within technical limitations without compromising quality.

Responsible for all aspects of 3D character creation pipeline including concepts, modeling, UVing, texturing and basic implementation in Unity.

Responsible for additional live-ops character customization assets and accessories..

Follow established style guides, references and briefings to maintain stylistic consistency.

Collaborate closely with the Art Director, rigger and design team to ensure assets align with the project's visual direction.

Skills

Proficiency across the entire 3D character creation pipeline.

Strong knowledge of human, animal and creature anatomy, silhouettes, clothing and colour theory.

Deep topology knowledge that supports rigging, animation and facial expressions.

Experience working with stylized and hand-painted textures.

Proficiency in Autodesk Maya and Adobe Photoshop.

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.

Requirements

At least 1 commercially shipped game as a character artist.

A portfolio demonstrating 3D characters featuring solid mesh topology, anatomy, texturing, and a preference for stylized art styles.

Based in the Greater Toronto Area or willing to relocate.

Able to work on-site at our studio 3 days a week.

Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Nice to Haves

Experience rigging characters.

Ability to visually communicate and express ideas through quick concepts and sketches.

Traditional drawing, sculpting or other fine art skills.

Familiarity with node-based shader creation.

Knowledge of Substance Painter.

To Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter and portfolio using the subject line "Snowman: 3D Character Artist”.

Snowman is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Snowman welcomes all races, religions, genders, countries of origin, and sexual orientations. We are proud to have completed disability awareness training through Liebs & Co and aim to continue to improve accessibility in our workplace and community.

AboutSnowman

Snowman is an Apple Design Award-winning independent studio at the center of artful experiences. Since 2012, we've developed original titles and partnered with talented teams on critically acclaimed games such as the Alto series, Where Cards Fall and Skate City. Our recent work includes Lucky Luna and Laya's Horizon for Netflix Games and Skate City NY for Apple Arcade. To date, our games have been played by over 100 million players across mobile, console and PC.

Featured Games

Jump into the ultimate skateboarding experience with Skate City: New York, the latest addition to the Skate City series. Navigate the iconic streets of New York City as you master hundreds of tricks in famous, real-world skate spots. Jump over taxis, dodge pedestrians and string together impressive combos to land your highest scores!

Master the art of flying in Laya's Horizon. Dive off mountains, weave across forests and glide over rivers to unlock new abilities as you explore a vast, peaceful world.

Use the ancient power of the Windfolk's enchanted capes to hone your skills, take on challenges and fly through obstacle courses that will make your heart soar. Explore an expansive island in this open-world adventure inspired by wingsuit flying.

Guide Lucky Luna through hidden dungeons and mythical temples to unlock the secrets of her past in this platformer inspired by Japanese folklore.

Each level introduces new mechanics and features that open up different ways to explore. The only catch? There’s no jump button! Swipe to move Luna left and right as she plunges deeper into each evolving, treacherous environment. You’ll have to take advantage of your surroundings and rely on your wits to reach what lies below and help Luna find her true path.