3D Artist for Chibi-Style Avatars & Game Assets in Unity
Budget: €30 – €250 EUR
We are developing a wholesome, mental health-focused mobile game designed to create a safe, uplifting space for individuals experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, loneliness, and other mental health challenges. The game revolves around sending and receiving encouraging messages, helping players feel connected and supported.
A key part of our vision is a cozy and visually appealing world, featuring adorable, chibi-style 3D avatars that players can customize. The art direction is inspired by Animal Crossing, with a warm and inviting aesthetic that promotes comfort and emotional well-being.
We are looking for a talented 3D artist to bring our world and characters to life. If you have experience in 3D modeling, animation, and environmental design, and enjoy working on projects that make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!
⭐️ Why Work With Us?
A Meaningful Project: Your work will directly contribute to a game designed to bring comfort and positivity to people who need it.
Creative Freedom: While we have a clear artistic direction, we welcome creative input to enhance the game’s charm and appeal.
Remote & Flexible: This is a fully remote freelance opportunity with a flexible schedule. We value quality over rushed deadlines.
A Supportive Team: Work with passionate individuals who care about creating something truly special and impactful.
⭐️ Scope of Work
As our 3D artist, you will be responsible for:
1. Chibi-Style 3D Avatars
- Designing and modeling adorable, stylized chibi characters.
- Implementing customization options for:
- Facial features (eye shapes, hairstyles, hair colors).
- Clothing slots (shoes, lower body, upper body, hands, and head accessories).
- Ensuring models are optimized for mobile performance while maintaining quality.
2. Character Animation
- Rigging and animating simple, expressive movements, including:
- Idle animations, walking, sitting, waving, and basic interactions.
- Creating animations that feel smooth, natural, and emotionally expressive.
3. Background & Environment Assets
- Designing 3D environments that create a calming and immersive atmosphere.
- Creating props and objects that enhance the cozy feel of the game.
4. Integration & Optimization
- Ensuring all 3D assets are compatible with Unity and mobile platforms (iOS & Android).
- Working closely with us to seamlessly integrate assets into the game engine.
⭐️ Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
✔ Has experience with Unity 3D and 3D modeling tools (Blender, Maya, or similar).
✔ Can create adorable, chibi-style characters with expressive designs.
✔ Has a strong background in rigging and animating stylized characters.
✔ Can design low-poly or soft-shaded environments that fit a warm and cozy game world.
✔ Has experience designing UI/UX elements for games (preferred but not required).
✔ Understands how to optimize assets for mobile performance.
✔ Loves working on wholesome, heartwarming projects that help people feel better.
⭐️ Credit & Ownership:
This is a work-for-hire contract, meaning assets created for the project will be fully owned by us. You will not receive public credit, and the work cannot be used in your portfolio.
If this project excites you, please send us:
✅ Your portfolio showcasing relevant 3D character and asset designs.
✅ A short note about why this project interests you.
✅ Your rate expectations (fixed price preferred, but open to hourly rates).
✅ Your estimated timeline for completion.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating cozy, uplifting experiences and can bring warmth and personality to our game’s world.
We look forward to hearing from you and potentially working together to create something truly special!
A key part of our vision is a cozy and visually appealing world, featuring adorable, chibi-style 3D avatars that players can customize. The art direction is inspired by Animal Crossing, with a warm and inviting aesthetic that promotes comfort and emotional well-being.
We are looking for a talented 3D artist to bring our world and characters to life. If you have experience in 3D modeling, animation, and environmental design, and enjoy working on projects that make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!
⭐️ Why Work With Us?
A Meaningful Project: Your work will directly contribute to a game designed to bring comfort and positivity to people who need it.
Creative Freedom: While we have a clear artistic direction, we welcome creative input to enhance the game’s charm and appeal.
Remote & Flexible: This is a fully remote freelance opportunity with a flexible schedule. We value quality over rushed deadlines.
A Supportive Team: Work with passionate individuals who care about creating something truly special and impactful.
⭐️ Scope of Work
As our 3D artist, you will be responsible for:
1. Chibi-Style 3D Avatars
- Designing and modeling adorable, stylized chibi characters.
- Implementing customization options for:
- Facial features (eye shapes, hairstyles, hair colors).
- Clothing slots (shoes, lower body, upper body, hands, and head accessories).
- Ensuring models are optimized for mobile performance while maintaining quality.
2. Character Animation
- Rigging and animating simple, expressive movements, including:
- Idle animations, walking, sitting, waving, and basic interactions.
- Creating animations that feel smooth, natural, and emotionally expressive.
3. Background & Environment Assets
- Designing 3D environments that create a calming and immersive atmosphere.
- Creating props and objects that enhance the cozy feel of the game.
4. Integration & Optimization
- Ensuring all 3D assets are compatible with Unity and mobile platforms (iOS & Android).
- Working closely with us to seamlessly integrate assets into the game engine.
⭐️ Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
✔ Has experience with Unity 3D and 3D modeling tools (Blender, Maya, or similar).
✔ Can create adorable, chibi-style characters with expressive designs.
✔ Has a strong background in rigging and animating stylized characters.
✔ Can design low-poly or soft-shaded environments that fit a warm and cozy game world.
✔ Has experience designing UI/UX elements for games (preferred but not required).
✔ Understands how to optimize assets for mobile performance.
✔ Loves working on wholesome, heartwarming projects that help people feel better.
⭐️ Credit & Ownership:
This is a work-for-hire contract, meaning assets created for the project will be fully owned by us. You will not receive public credit, and the work cannot be used in your portfolio.
If this project excites you, please send us:
✅ Your portfolio showcasing relevant 3D character and asset designs.
✅ A short note about why this project interests you.
✅ Your rate expectations (fixed price preferred, but open to hourly rates).
✅ Your estimated timeline for completion.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating cozy, uplifting experiences and can bring warmth and personality to our game’s world.
We look forward to hearing from you and potentially working together to create something truly special!