Game Artist at Halian | Managed Services, Recruitment Agency & Contract Staffing, London Area, £Contract Rate

Game Artist (Contract) – Immediate Start | Outside IR35 - Hybrid (1 day in london per week)

We’re currently looking for a talented Game Artist to join an exciting project with immediate effect.

Contract Length: 3-5+ months

IR35 Status: Outside IR35

Start Date: Immediate

The Role

You’ll be working on multiple new games within the client’s established Unity-based gaming platform, helping bring high-quality environments and assets to life.

This is a hands-on role suited to a creative and technically strong artist who can translate concept art into polished, game-ready environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Model, texture, and light immersive game environments
• Create high-quality, game-ready assets for Unity 3D
• Optimise assets and environments for mobile platforms
• Contribute to rigging and animation for cut scenes
• Support 3D motion and animation where required

Skills & Experience Required

• 4–5+ years’ experience as a Games Artist with a strong portfolio
• Proven ability to replicate on-brand environments from concept art
• Experience building optimised assets for Unity 3D
• Strong understanding of mobile optimisation best practices
• Experience with rigging and animation (desirable)
• Autodesk Maya preferred software

What We’re Looking For

• Strong eye for detail and environment storytelling
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced development cycle
• Self-sufficient contractor comfortable delivering to deadlines
• Collaborative mindset within a game development team