[Remote] Senior 3D Character Artist - Match-3 at Voodoo

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Mobile Gaming, GamingIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience as 3D character modelling for mobile/console titles (casual or Match-3 experience is highly valued)
Advanced skills in 3DsMax or Blender (or equivalent 3D software) and familiarity with Photoshop (or similar) for texturing/illustration
Experience integrating 3D assets into Unity, optimizing character performance on mobile platforms, and collaborating with technical teams
Comfortable building rigs, skinning characters, and working with animators to ensure characters animate fluidly
Strong eye for colors, shape, and form, capable of delivering fun and memorable designs that resonate with casual audiences
Basic understanding of shader creation, VFX, and version control to optimize art pipelines and preserve consistent quality
Excellent communication and organizational skills and receiving feedback in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

Model, texture, and sculpt appealing stylized characters, ensuring they fit our creative vision and performance requirements
Prepare characters for animation by building efficient, flexible rigs and applying proper skinning to enable smooth, believable movements in Unity
Balance visual fidelity with mobile performance; apply best practices in polycount management, texturing, and shader setup so characters look amazing without compromising FPS
Work closely with the Art Director and Principal 3D Artist to maintain a cohesive style across all characters, ensuring a fun and unified look for our Match-3 universe
Collaborate with VFX artists, animators, and game designers to integrate characters seamlessly into gameplay, implementing feedback efficiently through version control tools (e.g., Git)
Help refine production pipelines to optimize asset creation, from concept to final engine implementation

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

3D ModelingTexturingSculptingRiggingStylized ArtCharacter DesignMobile OptimizationAnimation PreparationZBrushSubstance PainterMayaBlender

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, the position is remote.

What experience is required for this role?

Candidates need 5+ years of experience as a 3D character modeler for mobile/console titles, with casual or Match-3 experience highly valued.

What skills are needed for the Senior 3D Character Artist role?

Advanced skills in 3DsMax or Blender (or equivalent 3D software) and familiarity with Photoshop (or similar) for texturing/illustration are required, along with abilities in modeling, texturing, sculpting, rigging, skinning, and Unity integration.

What is the team like at Voodoo's new studio?

You'll join a dynamic team collaborating with gaming industry experts on a new studio with an ambitious mission to release the next $1B Match-3 game, working with the Art Director, Principal 3D Artist, VFX artists, animators, and game designers.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has 5+ years in 3D character modeling for mobile/console, advanced skills in tools like 3DsMax/Blender and Photoshop, experience with stylized characters, rigging/skinning for Unity, and preferably casual or Match-3 game experience.

Voodoo

Develops free hyper-casual mobile games

About Voodoo

Voodoo.io focuses on mobile gaming and app development, particularly in the hyper-casual game segment, which features simple and easy-to-play games that appeal to a wide audience. Their games are free for users, and the company generates revenue through advertising by partnering with ad networks like AdColony and Adjust to display targeted ads within their games. This approach allows Voodoo to entertain millions of users globally while providing brands with advertising solutions to reach mobile gamers effectively. Unlike many competitors, Voodoo emphasizes user privacy by allowing users to manage consent settings and ensuring no personal data is collected from children under 16. The company's goal is to create engaging mobile experiences while maintaining a strong commitment to user privacy and providing valuable advertising opportunities for brands.

Paris, FranceHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$480.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Consumer Software, GamingIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Risks

BeReal acquisition may not yield expected returns if popularity doesn't rebound.

Questopia's launch in China could face regulatory challenges.

Wizz app's 'Teen Tinder' reputation may attract scrutiny from parents and regulators.

Differentiation

Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide, following Google and Meta.

The company specializes in hyper-casual games, attracting a broad audience globally.

Voodoo offers advertising solutions, enhancing brand engagement with mobile gamers.

Upsides

Acquisition of BeReal diversifies Voodoo's portfolio beyond gaming.

Partnership with AppHarbr improves ad quality, increasing user engagement and revenue.

Successful launch of Questopia in China expands Voodoo's market presence.

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