Character Artist Specialist at Meridial Marketplace, by Invisible
Company: Freelance AI Trainer Project
Location: United States of America
Job Type: Contract / Remote
Salary: $22 per hour
About the Role
Freelance AI Trainer Project is seeking a skilled Character Artist Specialist to create accurate, production-ready 3D assets from 2D reference materials. This remote contract role is ideal for entry-level professionals with strong expertise in hard surface and organic modeling for film, games, AR/VR, and interactive media projects.
Job Overview
In this position, you will transform 2D references into high-quality 3D models with precise geometry, realistic proportions, and clean topology. You will work across multiple asset categories, including characters, environments, props, and machinery while collaborating in an iterative production pipeline.
Responsibilities
- Translate 2D reference images into accurate 3D models with strong volumetric fidelity.
- Ensure proper geometry, proportions, and topology in all digital assets.
- Source additional reference materials to resolve missing or unclear visual details.
- Create hard surface assets such as vehicles, props, and machinery.
- Develop organic models including realistic humans, digital doubles, animals, and plants.
- Build environment and architectural assets such as landscapes, buildings, and world set pieces.
- Iterate on assets based on feedback while maintaining project quality standards.
- Communicate workflow, process, and problem-solving steps clearly.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in 3D Art, Animation, Game Design, Computer Graphics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Houdini, and 3ds Max.
- Experience with texturing and UV workflows using tools like Substance Painter or Mari.
- A strong portfolio showcasing hard surface, organic, and environmental assets.
- Solid understanding of anatomy, form, and material definition.
- Ability to work in collaborative, feedback-driven production environments.
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in 3D Art, Animation, Game Design, Computer Graphics, or a related discipline is preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay at $22 per hour.
- Remote work flexibility.
- Opportunity to gain experience in AI training and digital asset creation.
- Work on projects spanning gaming, AR/VR, film, and interactive media.
Note: As a contractor, you must provide your own secure computer and high-speed internet. Company-sponsored benefits such as health insurance and paid time off are not included.