We are Morning Crescent, a new fully-remote indie video game company, working on our first title, Deicide. It is a semi-stylized boss rush game with a twist on the Ancient Egyptian gods. We are looking for a talented 3D Character/Creature Artist proficient in modeling and texturing to bring these characters to life on either a full time or contract basis

Responsibilities: 

• Work closely with the Art Director to produce high quality characters/creatures and props/weapons for them based on the concept art and feedback provided.
• Follow the project's artistic direction, and ensure unified look and consistent quality.
• Create clean game topology, UVs, bakes and textures.
• Implement game assets, including unique engine-material setup such as shaders.
• Collaborate with the rigger/animator to ensure that characters deform and animate well.
• Collaborate with other artists and team members to find the best solutions to all major technical and/or creative challenges facing the art team.

Requirements:

• +2 Years of experience in a comparable role.
• Outstanding portfolio demonstrating proficiency as a 3D character/creature artist for video games.
• Knowledge of the latest industry-standard tools, workflows, and techniques.
• Great understanding of the workflow required to create an asset from provided concept art to final game ready model.
• Expert knowledge of both Hard surface and Organic modeling.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, proportions, silhouette, clothing and materials.
• Experience with addressing feedback and working with a team.
• Experience with hand painted textures is a plus.

Nice to have:

• Experience working with Unity
• Experience with 3d environment game art is a huge plus
• Experience with rigging and 3d animation

We offer:

• Flexible working hours with a 4 day work week
• Fully remote work
• Competitive salary and profit sharing
• Very inclusive and welcoming environment
• Small and friendly team

To apply:

To apply, please send us an email with your CV/résumé and your portfolio.