Ambitious Fantasy RPG Character Artist Lead

5 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark IOI Full time

Unlock your creative potential in the world of fantasy gaming with IO Interactive. As a pioneering video game development and publishing company, we're dedicated to crafting immersive characters and experiences that leave a lasting impact. Our award-winning proprietary Glacier technology powers our games, and we're seeking a talented Lead Character Artist to join our team.

We're building an ambitious new IP for console and PC that will revolutionize the online fantasy RPG genre. If you share a passion for creating captivating worlds, join us and contribute to shaping the future of gaming. We value creativity, teamwork, and collaboration, and our studios in Copenhagen, Malmö, Barcelona, Istanbul, and Brighton are perfect environments for innovation to thrive.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience as a Lead Character Artist in the AAA space, with expertise in optimizing character models and assets for our proprietary engine, Glacier. Proficiency in 3D applications like 3ds Max, Maya, or other software is also essential. If you excel in leadership roles and can drive teams to deliver exceptional results, we want to hear from you.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead and mentor a team of character artists, providing clear guidance and actionable feedback throughout the production cycle.
  • Collaborate closely with the Art Director and Associate Art Director to establish and maintain the artistic vision for in-game characters.
  • Translate concepts and design direction into visually stunning, optimized character models and assets.
  • Oversee the creation of character sculpts, ensuring they align with design requirements and are conceptually and aesthetically compelling.
  • Work closely with animators, rigging artists, and technical artists to ensure seamless integration of character assets within the game.
  • Prepare and manage outsourcing handouts, providing clear instructions and feedback to external partners on character-related tasks.
  • Collaborate with technical artists to optimize character models for optimal execution and performance within our proprietary engine.

We offer a competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on your experience and qualifications. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance, retirement savings plan, and generous paid time off. Join us and become part of a dynamic team that values creativity, teamwork, and innovation. You can learn more about our Project Fantasy and discover what it means to work at IO Interactive.



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