Job Description
Job Overview
Wargaming is looking for an experienced Senior 3D Character Artist to join the World of Tanks Modern Armor team. In this role, you’ll create high-quality, realistic character assets for a live AAA console game, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver visually compelling art and technically optimized content.
You can find more information about the game’s characters at the link below.
Reports to
Art Director
What will you do?
Create high-quality, game-ready 3D characters in a realistic art style, from sculpting to final in-game assets
Produce high-poly and low-poly models, UVs, textures, and materials that meet artistic and technical requirements
Collaborate closely with Concept Artists, Technical Artists, Animators, and other disciplines to deliver visually compelling character assets
Maintain a high level of visual quality and ensure assets meet performance budgets and production standards
Review and provide constructive feedback on character assets created by other artists
Contribute to the improvement of character creation pipelines, workflows, and technical processes
Troubleshoot asset-related issues and optimize character models for console platforms
Manage collaboration with the outsourced team, including task assignment, progress tracking, and providing feedback
What are we looking for?
4+ years of professional experience creating 3D characters for games, with a focus on realistic style
Strong skills in high-poly and low-poly modeling, retopology, UV mapping, baking, and optimization
Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Blender, Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter
Good understanding of anatomy, realistic forms, and PBR workflows
Understanding of animation-ready topology and technical requirements for game characters
Experience using version control systems such as Perforce or SVN
Advanced English (B2) or higher, as all day-to-day communication within the team is conducted in English
What would we like to see in your portfolio?
- We’d love to see a portfolio focused on realistic or semi realistic 3D character art, with military-themed work being a strong plus
Work mode
Onsite or hybrid (2-3 days per week in the office)
Please note: this position is open in Serbia, Lithuania, and Cyprus. We do not provide support with work authorization or immigration paperwork. At the time of application, you must already have the legal right to work in one of these locations. The only exception is Belgrade, where we can provide support in certain cases
Benefits
Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include:
Additional vacation days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 5 days on top of the statutory minimum
Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits
Premium Private Health Insurance
Career development and education opportunities within the company
English clubs and platform for learning languages
Mental well-being program (iFeel)
Commuting allowance
Company events
FitPass membership
Discounts for employees
Personal Gaming Account
Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
Seniority Awards
Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.
About Wargaming
Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.
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