3D Artist / Game developer

Company Description

Antigen Music (Antigen Entertainment) is a pioneering creative company redefining music, digital art, gaming, and immersive experiences in the Middle East and globally. Founded by the first professionally positioned global Emirati hip-hop artist, Antigen, the company blends culture, storytelling, and cutting-edge technology across music production, 3D design, game development, fashion, and multimedia experiences.

Based in Dubai, Antigen Music serves as an innovation hub for bold, unconventional projects that merge regional heritage with futuristic creativity.

Role Description

We are seeking a Part-Time 3D Artist / Game Developer / Digital Experience Designer to join our on-site team in Dubai.

This role is ideal for a versatile creative who thrives at the intersection of 3D art, real-time engines, game development, and digital experiences. You will help build immersive worlds, interactive content, and visually striking assets across games, music-driven projects, and experimental productions.

Key Responsibilities:

Create high-quality 3D models, characters, environments, and assets

Manage texturing, lighting, rigging, animation, and optimization workflows

Develop and integrate assets within Unreal Engine and other real-time platforms

Contribute to game development and immersive interactive experiences

Collaborate closely with creative leadership and production teams

Support UI/UX design for games and digital products where applicable

Ensure strong visual storytelling and technical performance

Qualifications & Technical Skills

3D & Creative Software:

Strong proficiency in Blender

Experience with Houdini (procedural workflows, simulations, VFX)

Knowledge of Substance Painter / Designer

Familiarity with ZBrush (plus)

Experience with Marvelous Designer (plus)

Game & Real-Time Engines:

Strong working knowledge of Unreal Engine (preferred)

Familiarity with Unity (plus)

UI/UX & Design Tools:

Understanding of UI/UX principles for interactive experiences

Experience with Figma, Adobe XD, or similar tools

Core Competencies:

Strong artistic eye and technical execution

Optimization for real-time performance

Problem-solving and attention to detail

Ability to collaborate in a creative, fast-paced environment

Cultural & Creative Fit (Highly Valued)

Passion for hip-hop culture, music-driven visuals, and storytelling

Understanding of Arab/Emirati/regional culture and aesthetics

Interest in blending heritage with futuristic technology

Why Join Antigen

Work on unconventional, high-impact creative projects spanning music, gaming, fashion, and immersive media

Be part of a pioneering entertainment company shaping the future of regional creative industries

Collaborate directly with artists, designers, and leadership in a hands-on environment

Build a strong portfolio with real-world flagship projects

Opportunity for long-term growth and potential full-time transition