We are Kolibri Games - a mobile games developer from Berlin. We believe that with the best people, we can make games that players will enjoy for years to come.
Our games have defined the idle genre, and bring enjoyment to hundreds of millions of players all around the world. This is possible due to the talented people who make us who we are. ‘Kolibris’, as we call ourselves, are on a mission to continue making great games and we're looking for new talent to join our team. We strive to offer you a fair recruitment process and a great candidate experience, as well as a friendly environment to work in, with plenty of opportunities to learn and grow.
Freelancer - 3D Artist (f/m/d)
We are looking for a dedicated 3D Artist with professional experience, preferably within the games industry. If you are passionate about creating high-quality 3D art assets and the aesthetic of casual mobile games, this could be the right opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
- Design: Model, unwrap, and texture appealing, high-quality 3D assets for in-game use and feature graphics.
- Uphold artistic vision: Ensure alignment with the game's artistic direction while meeting all technical requirements.
- Collaborate: Work closely with a passionate art team to push creative boundaries and enhance the game's visual appeal.
- Own: Take ownership of your work and consistently meet deadlines.
- Optimize for performance: Integrate and fine-tune your assets in Unity to ensure smooth and efficient gameplay.
Required Skills
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a 3D Artist.
- Strong proficiency in 3D tools (Blender, ZBrush).
- Solid understanding of the full 3D pipeline and asset integration into Unity.
- Ability to build low- and high-poly assets (characters, props, and environments) from 2D concept art while maintaining art style and consistency.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal (English).
- Ability to manage tasks independently while collaborating effectively with a remote team.
- Organized, self-motivated, and consistent in meeting production goals.
- Ability to recreate various art styles with precision to maintain consistency.
Desirable Skills
- Experience in mobile games is highly appreciated.
- Knowledge of VFX, shaders, and particle systems in Unity is a plus.
- Experience with Git version control software.
- Familiarity with agile or iterative production workflows is a plus.
Kolibri Games is an equal opportunity employer. We come from 40 different countries and many different backgrounds. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, physical appearance or disability.
We are an international studio, so don’t forget to send in your application in English. Although it is not mandatory, we always appreciate a cover letter stating your motivation to join us.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Your Benefits – We’re game to support you
Competitive Salary - We believe that top performers should receive top payment
Learning Budget - We believe in learning. A generous personal learning budget to spend on learning and development, including books, workshops and attending conferences. We also offer in-house training such as coding and German classes
Flexible Working Hours and Home Office – We believe in a good work-life balance
Equipment - State-of-the-art technical equipment, including laptops and phones, which may also be used in your free time
Kolicard - We offer you a monthly flexible budget of 50 euros that you can use for a gym membership, transportation, shopping etc.
Mobility budget - We offer a monthly budget that will make your commuting to work easier
Relocation - Relocation support to help you move to Berlin
Pension - Opportunity to save for your pension tax-free
Bonus Level – We love to have a good time, too
Food and Drinks - Fresh fruits to keep you healthy and fresh coffee to keep you alert. We also have a fully stocked fridge with Smoothies, Coke, Club Mate, beer etc
Parties and Team Events - Apart from our regular parties, BBQs and movie nights we also have a team event budget you can use to buy games or sports equipment to make working here even more fun
Company Holidays - Every year we go on an amazing company holiday to relax and bond as a team
Friday Celebrations - Company-provided dinner and drinks on Friday afternoons
