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Character Surfacing Artist (Animated Series)

DIGIC

Budapest, Hungary Hybrid Full-time

Posted 2026-05-14

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Job Description

DIGIC is an Annie Award winning animation studio with more than 20 years of history, based in Budapest, Hungary. It has made its reputation with high-end 3D animation for feature films, and commercials within the video game industry. DIGIC is best known for creating fine details and realistic characters as well as world-class rendering in the production of the animated shorts.

Our team is currently working on several high-profile projects, including the animated film series based on the world-famous card game Magic: The Gathering for Netflix.

We are looking for CHARACTER SURFACING ARTISTs to join our team as long-term employees or freelancers!

Responsibilities

Texturing and shading of realistic and/or stylized characters and props, in accordance with the particular project's references, style and various artistic attributes

Essential skills

At least 2 years of experience as Surfacing Artist or in a similar position
You must have experience in working on animation projects with a stylized, painterly rendering style! Please make sure to present samples of such works in your portfolio!
Advanced observation and analytical skills
Proficiency in creating digital art with Adobe Photoshop or similar software
Knowledge of Substance Painter / Mari
Proficiency in using Maya software
Experience in / knowledge of CGI lighting, compositing, familiarity with Arnold or similar (Vray, Maxwell, etc.) renderer tool
Zbrush experience
Knowledge of PBR workflow
Confidence in using shaders and parameters
Ability to create artwork based on references
Willingness to share knowledge with others

Please note that DIGIC can only work with freelancers who are registered as sole proprietor/entrepreneur or as a self-employed professional!

What we offer

A full-time employment opportunity in Hungary OR a freelance contract from abroad
8 hours of work per workday
Length of co-operation may be negotiated according to your availability!
Possibility of long-term cooperation Internationally recognized, world-class projects
Supportive work environment
Opportunity for personal and professional development