Senior 3D Artist – Stylized (Mobile Games)

Location

Bangalore, India – Full-time, On-site

Experience

Minimum 3–4 years in game art production

We're on the hunt for a 3D Artist who excels in creating high-quality 3D assets, particularly using Maya, with a focus on both modeling and texturing. The ideal candidate has a passion for crafting stylized, fantasy-themed art optimized for mobile games. If you're creative, self- motivated, and eager to grow in a dynamic environment, this role offers significant ownership, creative freedom, and the opportunity to grow with the studio as we scale.

Responsibilities

• 3D Modeling: Create high-quality, stylized 3D assets, including characters, props, and environments using Maya.
• Texturing: Develop textures that complement the fantasy theme, using tools like Substance Painter and Photoshop.
• Optimization: Ensure assets are optimized — low-poly 3D models, clean UVs, and mobile-ready textures — without compromising on visual fidelity.
• Engine Integration: Import and set up assets in Unity (URP), including materials, LODs, and performance validation on device.
• Collaboration: Work closely with concept artists, technical artists, and developers to integrate 3D assets seamlessly into the game.
• Pipeline Management: Help maintain and improve workflows and pipelines for asset creation and integration.
• Thematic Expertise: Maintain visual consistency and ensure assets align with the game's Indian mythology-inspired fantasy themes.

Requirements

• Experience: 3–4 years as a 3D Artist in both modelling and texturing in a gaming studio.
• Software Expertise: Proficiency in Maya for modelling and UV, Substance Painter and Photoshop for texturing.
• Engine Integration: Comfortable importing and optimizing 3D assets in Unity, including materials setup and basic URP workflow.
• Artistic Flair: Strong grasp of stylized art and attention to detail in modelling and texturing.
• Optimization Skills: Experience optimizing assets for performance on mobile platforms.
• Team Player: Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience working on fantasy-themed games or games inspired by Indian mythology.
• Deeper Unity knowledge including light baking, LODs, and shader implementation. Rigging and animation skills.
• Familiarity with ZBrush for sculpting.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted 3D tools (e.g., Meshy, Tripo) for rapid prototyping and concept exploration.
• Experience shipping mobile games.

Why Should You Apply?

• Bring your own creative vision to life and have your work seen and enjoyed by millions of users.
• Work on core games of global quality — games with depth, balance, and purpose.
• Truly test and grow your skills by wearing multiple cross-functional hats.
• Be part of a humble, passionate, and caring team.
• A lot of freedom and creative license while being compensated fairly.

Please note: This position is for one of Playdawn's clients, and successful candidates will be hired directly by the client, not by Playdawn.

Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. They believe that diversity fuels innovation and creativity, and they strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to shared success.