# 3D Character Modeler - Osaka

> SNK · Osaka, Japan · Full-time · Posted 2026-01-16

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

Character modeling for PC/console game development.

**Specifically:**

-   Create high-poly sculpted models.
-   Create low-poly in-game models.
-   Perform model setup (rigging and skinning).
-   Adjust characters within the game engine (materials, Blueprints, physics-based secondary motion settings, etc.).
-   Handle other general modeling tasks.

## Requirements

**Must-have:**

-   3+ years of experience as a Technical Artist in game development.
-   Participation in at least two commercial titles.
-   3+ years of experience in character modeling for game development.
-   Experience in developing action games.
-   Experience adjusting character visuals within a game engine.

**Nice-to-have:**

-   Experience with master-up for PC, console, or smartphone projects.
-   Leadership experience within a project team (managing 3 or more subordinates).
-   3+ years of experience in schedule and task management within your work area.
-   Hands-on experience using Unreal Engine 5.
-   3+ years of experience managing production progress and quality control with external vendors or partners.

**Ideal candidate:**

-   Passion for games and strong affinity for SNK IPs.
-   Self-driven, proactive in understanding project status and making creative and technical proposals.
-   Strong willingness to learn and adopt the latest technologies.
-   Highly collaborative and able to work effectively within large teams.
-   Enthusiastic about creating character models in various styles, such as photorealistic and cel-shaded.

## Benefits

-   Free drinks available in the office
-   Casual dress code (no uniforms required)
-   Seminar and training support programs
-   Special allowance for dedicated development roles
-   Employee referral program
-   Annual health check-up
-   Special leave for COVID-19 vaccination
-   Influenza vaccination support
-   Employee consultation service
-   Access to comprehensive welfare club services
-   Full social insurance coverage
-   Retirement allowance system

Plus many other benefits to support a comfortable working environment!

### **Working Hours**

9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (7.5 hours of actual work per day)

Note: The above is an estimated working time, as this position is subject to a specialized discretionary labor system.

### **Holidays & Leave**

-   Full five-day workweek (Saturday and Sunday off)
-   National holidays, summer vacation, and year-end/New Year holidays
-   _Approximately 125 annual holidays_
-   Paid leave: Up to 12 days granted upon joining (number of days varies depending on the month of hire)

### **Compensation**

-   Annual salary will be determined based on previous compensation, experience, and skills.

### **Insurance**

-   Health insurance
-   Welfare pension insurance
-   Employment insurance
-   Workers’ compensation insurance

### **Retirement Benefits**

-   Available (Lump-sum payment and defined contribution pension plan)

### **Retirement Age**

-   Mandatory retirement at age 60, with a re-employment program available

### **Additional Notes**

-   Applications from individuals with disabilities are welcome.

## Apply

[Apply at SNK](https://apply.workable.com/snk/j/6AD710584F/apply)

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