JDP are partnering with a pioneering immersive gaming studio in Melbourne to shape the future of iGaming.

About the Opportunity Forget static tables and predictable gameplay — this is your chance to help redefine digital entertainment. Our client is building fully immersive 3D worlds, blending game design, cinematic storytelling, and cutting-edge real-time tech. Their work spans reimagined classics to bold new genres like racing, action-adventure, and combat experiences, all powered by Unreal Engine 5.

This is more than “making characters.” It’s about breathing life into digital identities and building unforgettable experiences that will be played by millions around the world.

The Role As a Mid-Level 3D Character Artist, you’ll sit at the intersection of art and technology. From sculpting and texturing through to rigging support and Unreal integration, you’ll own the full character asset pipeline. You’ll collaborate closely with concept artists, technical artists, mocap specialists, and developers to deliver production-ready characters that hit both artistic and technical standards.

You won’t just work within a pipeline, you’ll help refine it, mentor juniors, and raise the quality bar across the team.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid setup: work from home 2 days a week.
• Perks you’ll actually use: daily catered lunches, snacks & drinks 24/7, pet-friendly office.
• Generous parental leave (up to 22 weeks + extra support).
• 20 days annual leave + flexible options for personal and cultural needs.
• Mental health & wellbeing programs with professional support.
• High-end tech setup (PC/Mac, dual monitors, ergonomic gear, and full software suite).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Sculpt and model high-quality characters, clothing, and accessories (ZBrush, Maya/Blender).
• Create UVs, PBR textures, shaders, and materials (Substance Suite, Photoshop).
• Build optimized, game-ready assets for real-time performance in UE5.
• Translate concepts into 3D while keeping anatomy, silhouette, and proportions on point.
• Collaborate with Technical Artists and Developers on rigging, skinning, and integration.
• Support external vendors and junior artists, maintaining style and quality standards.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ experience as a Character Artist (games, VFX, or real-time).
• Expertise in high-poly sculpting, retopology, UV mapping, and PBR workflows.
• Deep knowledge of the end-to-end character pipeline (concept → rig → integration).
• Proficiency with UE5, ZBrush, Maya/Blender, Substance Painter, Photoshop.
• Strong eye for anatomy, proportions, form, and detail.
• Familiarity with cloth/hair/soft-body systems and optimization for real-time.
• A portfolio that showcases both technical chops and artistic flair.

Nice-to-haves:

• Creature or animal modeling experience.
• Hard-surface/prop modeling skills.
• Knowledge of Marvelous Designer and cloth sims.
• Previous exposure to live service or iGaming environments.

Apply today or reach out for a confidential chat.
alastair@justdigitalpeople.com.au