# Senior Character Artist at 2K

Small Axe Studios, 2K's newly launched independent studio in Burnaby, is seeking a Senior Character Artist to develop authentic, high-quality characters for an upcoming sports franchise. You'll partner with the Art Director and Lead Character Artist to establish visual benchmarks, sculpt and texture digital characters, and create industry-leading hair grooms using specialized tools. Close collaboration with animators, technical artists, and other departments ensures assets perform beautifully in Unreal Engine 5 while delivering an exceptional player experience.

This role demands 5+ years in games, film, or animation with at least one shipped AAA title under your belt. You should be proficient in Maya, zBrush, Substance Painter, Unreal Engine, XGen, Ornatrix, and Marvelous Designer, with solid understanding of human anatomy, clothing construction, blendshapes, and PBR workflows. Experience with 3D scanned assets and the ability to refine details with minimal direction are essential, along with strong communication and self-direction.

Based in Burnaby, British Columbia, this full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $78,400–$116,020 annually, plus potential bonuses, equity awards, and comprehensive benefits.

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

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