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Valve· HQ in United States

3D Character Artist

Location: Remote / Unspecified · Category: Product & Design · Seniority: Senior · Posted: May 15, 2026 · Verified: Sep 16, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This role focuses on creating high-quality 3D character assets for Valve's games, requiring deep expertise in character art and a broad skill set. The artist will sculpt, model, and texture characters that meet the high visual standards of Valve's titles, collaborating with other artists and animators.
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