3D Generalist (Character Animation) Job at Optillusion Games, Orange, CA

bzRtNWdpaWViaVMwRm1iTG1SZ1VlNjFUa0E9PQ==
  • Optillusion Games
  • Orange, CA

Job Description

Weʼre hunting for a versatile Game 3D Generalist who can model, texture, rig, and animate assets that pop off the screen—especially stylized or anime-inspired characters. Youʼll partner with designers, engineers, and 2D artists to build striking worlds and expressive characters for our next projects.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Model, texture, rig, and animate high-quality 3D assets—characters, environments, props, and VFX—optimized for real-time performance.
  • Own the end-to-end 3D art pipeline, ensuring consistent style and technical standards across the project.
  • Collaborate with gameplay and narrative teams to prototype and iterate on visual ideas that reinforce mechanics and storytelling.
  • Create clean, efficient topology and UVs suitable for multiple platforms (PC, mobile, console).
  • Work closely with tech artists to integrate assets into Unity, troubleshoot issues, and maintain performance budgets.
  • Contribute to marketing needs—short character loops, key-art renders, or in-engine cinematics—as required.

 

Must-Haves

  • 3+years of professional 3D game-art production.
  • Proven chops in stylized or anime aesthetics—especially character animation.
  • Portfolio showing the full 3D pipeline: modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation (both body and facial).
  • Expert knowledge of industry-standard 3D tools (e.g., Blender, Maya, 3dsMax,
  • ZBrush, SubstancePainter/Designer or equivalent software).
  • Solid grasp of real-time asset optimization: poly count, LODs, texture compression, PBR workflows.
  • Solid grasp of Unityʼs character-animation pipeline—including essentials like root motion, rig import/retargeting, and clip integration.
  • Experience animating in Unity (Animator, Timeline, Mecanim).
  • Basic understanding of shaders, lighting, and VFX for stylized visuals.
  • Excellent communication, self-management, and cross-discipline collaboration skills.

 

Nice-to-Haves

  • Familiarity with Unityʼs URP/HDRP pipelines and shader graph.
  • Experience with cloth/hair simulation or stylized VFX.
  • Experience solving technical problems about character animation.
  • Comfort working in a small, fast-moving team where youʼll wear multiple hats.
  • Have a strong interest in AI and be proficient in using various AI tools.

Job Tags

Full time,

Similar Jobs

Total Aerospace Services

Aircraft Mechanic Job at Total Aerospace Services

 ...satisfied customers.They are currently recruiting for an A&P Mechanic job in Milwaukee, WI.What Is In It For YouPosition Type : Permanent...  ...for the maintenance, modification, and servicing of aircraft and aircraft components following the manufacturers specification... 

Mayo Clinic

Patient Care Assistant - Medical Departments - Part Time - PCA Job at Mayo Clinic

 ...in: Float pool: Staff are scheduled and work in a variety of hospitaldepartments across the NWWI region. Medical Surgical: 40-...  ...gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the"EOE is the... 

Host Healthcare

Travel Cath Lab Technician Job at Host Healthcare

 ...Job Description Host Healthcare is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Evanston, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements ~ Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist ~ Discipline: Allied Health Professional ~ Start Date: 09/22/2025~ Duration... 

ATR International

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician Job at ATR International

 ...Direct Hire (Full-time) New Martinsville, WV Day Shift $38-$42 per hour We are seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician for a very important client. Description: The Instrumentation and Electrical Technician will perform preventive and predictive... 

Quatrain Creative

Freelance Graphic Designer Job at Quatrain Creative

 ...ebooks, case studies, and other layout projects, knowledge of InDesign's advanced features...  .... This is a remote, project-based freelance opportunity. Good communication and attention...  .... Possesses excellent project management, time management, and communication skills...