Night School Studio is a collective of developers, artists, and storytellers dedicated to creating games filled with wonder, danger, and humor. As a Netflix Games Studio , we are part of a mission to entertain the world by merging creativity, intuition, and cutting-edge technology.
We are seeking a passionate Lead 3D Character Artist to join our nimble team in Los Angeles . In this role, you will take full ownership of the character art pipeline, from initial concept through final delivery, shaping the look and technical execution of characters that delight global players.
End-to-End Execution: Lead and execute high-quality 3D character art from early prototypes to final in-engine implementation.
Standards Advocacy: Define and maintain artistic standards for topology, anatomy, texturing, and shading.
Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with art directors, designers, and engineers to ensure seamless character integration into gameplay.
Mentorship: Share best practices, establish efficient workflows, and mentor other artists on the team.
Pipeline Optimization: Help build and optimize character pipelines, tools, and documentation for scalable production.
Problem Solving: Troubleshoot technical and artistic challenges that arise during development.
Track Record: Proven experience as a 3D character artist with shipped titles across AAA, indie, or mobile platforms.
Software Proficiency: Mastery of industry-standard tools including Maya , ZBrush , and Substance Painter .
Technical Art Bridge: Demonstrated ability to bridge the gap between Art and Engineering.
Engine Integration: Strong experience integrating assets into game engines, primarily Unreal .
Artistic Foundation: Solid understanding of character anatomy, materials, UV workflows, and game-ready asset creation.
Prior leadership or mentorship experience in an art production environment.
Familiarity with real-time performance optimization.
Experience with advanced features like facial rigs , hair systems , or procedural workflows .
Experience in pitching creative ideas.
Netflix offers a unique environment where integrity, excellence, and collaboration are highly valued.
Compensation: Annual salary is determined by market indicators; there are no bonuses. You can choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options.
Time Off: Full-time salaried employees receive flexible time off.
Comprehensive Coverage: Benefits include health plans, mental health support, a 401(k) with employer match, and family-forming benefits.
Inclusion: Netflix is an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and strives for a meaningful interview experience for all.
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