Lead Character Artist - Lake Forest, CA

At Turtle Rock, we make the games we want to play. We're dedicated to providing a collaborative environment where our team members feel empowered with the creative freedom to contribute and grow. While we are based in Orange County, CA, we support flexible work arrangements ranging from in-studio, hybrid, to fully remote throughout North America. Join our award-winning game development team and help create our next AAA title.

We are seeking a Lead Character Artist responsible for creating high-quality, realistic 3D creature models. The Lead Character Artist works closely with designers, engineers and artists to create convincing, visually stunning characters and creatures true to the franchise. We are looking for artists who can thrive in a collaborative environment where the whole team works together for the benefit of all aspects of the game. This position will report to the Character Art Director and work closely with the Creative Director to establish relatable, realistic characters that are exciting and compelling with the player in mind.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Character Art team: maintain consistency across the department providing direction and feedback, ensuring all team members understand their role in the department and know what is expected of them
• Collaborate with the Creative Director, Art Director, and Concept Artists to develop initial character designs and concepts while providing feedback to ensure that characters align with the game's artistic vision, narrative, and gameplay requirements
• Lead the creation of high-quality character and creature models using 3D modeling, texturing, and sculpting software such as Maya, Zbrush, and Substance Painter; translating 2D concept art into detailed 3D models, paying attention to anatomy, proportions, and surface details
• Collaborate with department leads to ensure character and creature work is …