3D Modelling Artist: Creates 3D models for all game assets from character to vehicles to environmental objects, starting from concept art drawings. Requires skills in 3D software, strong artistic abilities in form, color, texture and light, organization to manage projects and meet deadlines, and collaboration with other artists. Works with concept artists, environment artists, texturing artists and others on the art team as well as designers and programmers. Usually reports to the art director. Background Designer: Designs scenery and backgrounds for animation based on approved storyboards, using storyboard panels for inspiration. Requires very strong drawing skills to create detailed backgrounds in various styles with attention to form, color, texture, light, and how artistic

1. Jobs
3D Modelling Artist:
3D modelling artists create the models for all 3D art assets within the game –
characters, vehicles, furniture, trees, rocks and so on. They often start with a
brief or 2D drawing froma concept artistand build their 3D models from that.
What 3D modelling artists are good at:
 Using 3D software: createartwork using a range of programmes, know
the latest technologies and techniques
 Art: havestrong artistic ability, good understanding of form, colour,
texture, and light, know how these elements work together
 Organisation: work within the production schedule, manage files and
meet deadlines
 Collaboration: work well with the other artists, designers and producers
Tools of trade:
 3D modelling, sculpting and painting software(Blender, 3D SMax, Maya,
Mudbox, ZBrush, SubstancePainter, SubstanceDesigner, Quixel)
 Imageediting software(AdobePhotoshop)
3D modelling artists work with:
3D modelling artists work with all the other members of the art department –
the concept artists, environmentartists, texturing artists and so on. They also
work with the designers and programmers. 3D modelling artists usually report
to the art director though their own project’s lead artist.
Background Designer:
Design the scenery around, or on top of, where the animation happens. Once
the storyboard has been signed off, they usethe storyboard panels as a basis
and inspiration fromwhich to create detailed backgrounds for each scene.
What background designers aregood at?

2.  Drawing: havea very high level of technical skill, be able to create work
in a variety of styles showing strong attention to detail, have strong
understanding of form, colour, texture, and light, know how these
elements work together