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Aram Daniel M.

Pachuca de Soto, Mexico

$18/hr
5.0
18 jobs

Howdy! I’m Aram, a Technical 3D Artist and Creative problem solver dedicated to transforming ideas into polished, immersive experiences. Experienced in 3D modeling, animation, compositing, and graphic design, I bridge the gap between artistic vision and technical execution. I collaborate with designers and developers to bring projects to life across games, AR/VR, film, and digital platforms. arammarquez.com I collaborate with my team at RCB Studio, a group of talented 3D artists and designers. This lets me take on projects of different scales while keeping the same quality and attention to detail.

  • 3D Rigging
  • Blender
  • 3D Animation
  • Character Animation
  • Game Asset
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Design
  • Visual Effects
  • Modeling
  • Game Development
  • Computer Animation
  • Game Art
  • 3D Game Art
Cody C.

Nanaimo, Canada

$44/hr
4.6
39 jobs

In my professional career I have concentrated on Unity Development while also having a strong foundation and experience in other engines (Unreal Engine, Godot, and more). establishing myself as a Generalist with a comprehensive understanding of these game engine's various aspects. My extensive familiarity with game development has been instrumental in my work on a diverse array of gaming projects, which I thoroughly enjoy developing. As an graduate of a Video Game Design & Development program, I possess the versatile coding expertise necessary to accommodate any programming mandate. Game Programming, while intricate, offers exceptional adaptability. My analytical mindset and effective utilization of my skill set enable me to tackle diverse coding projects with unwavering confidence.

  • Game
  • C++
  • C#
  • Game Consultation
  • Unreal Engine
  • Unity
  • Game Development
  • 3D Modeling
  • Game Design
  • Project Plans
Jose V.

Cartago, Costa Rica

$20/hr
5.0
19 jobs

Hi, I’m Jose a 2D / 2.5D Game Artist specialized in Slot Games, TCG, and Isometric Art. I help studios and developers create high-quality, production-ready assets that are visually appealing, animation-friendly, and aligned with game requirements. With experience in game art pipelines, I focus on delivering assets that are not only beautiful, but also optimized for performance and integration. 💡 What I can do for you: Slot game assets (symbols, UI elements, icons, environments) TCG illustrations and card designs Isometric environments and props 2D / 2.5D character design (ready for animation) Game-ready assets (clean layers, separated parts, organized files) ⚙️ What you can expect: Clear and professional communication Fast turnaround and reliability Attention to detail and consistent quality Assets prepared for animation and development Easy collaboration and adaptability to your style I understand how important it is to meet deadlines and maintain quality, especially in fast-paced environments like slot production. If you’re looking for someone who can deliver polished, game-ready art and communicate clearly, feel free to reach out. Let’s build something great together.

  • Game Art
  • 2D Game Art
  • Concept Artistry
  • Character Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Card Game
  • Board Game
  • Game Asset
  • Book Illustration
  • Map Illustration
  • Illustration
Sang N.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

$15/hr
5.0
6 jobs

𝗛𝗶, 𝗜’𝗺 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗴𝘂𝘆𝗲𝗻 - 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝟴+ 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀-𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲, 𝗣𝗖 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀.. 🚀𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀-𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 I help teams build complex game logic without creating technical debt. From designing modular core systems to implementing high-performance multiplayer architectures using Photon Fusion (State Sync, Client-Side Prediction, and Lag Compensation). 🧠 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 My work focuses on clean architecture, practical SOLID principles, and maintainable codebases that support both fast iteration and long-term development. 🛠️ **𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁** • Unity development for 2D & 3D games (Match-3, Casual, Simulation) • Advanced Multiplayer Implementation: Specialized in Photon Fusion • Rapid prototyping with a clear path to production • Clean, readable C# code using MVC / modular architecture • Performance optimization (memory profiling, texture atlasing, UI optimization) • Custom Unity editor tools to improve team and content workflow 📦 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 I’ve contributed to 10+ commercial game projects, working closely with designers, artists, and backend teams to deliver reliable builds that are easy to maintain and extend. 🤝 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 I value clear communication, realistic timelines, and code quality that holds up even after handoff. 🎯 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝘁 𝗜𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 A senior Unity developer who can architect robust game systems, craft deep mechanics, and build scalable foundations for long-term production. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 ❤️‍🔥"I hired Sang back in November for rapid prototyping, and he was excellent right out of the gate. When I moved into building the full game and all the underlying systems, I brought him on for that as well, and he’s been outstanding. He really knows Unity at a high level, especially on the systems side. He handles complex work with confidence, learns quickly, and consistently steps up to tough challenges instead of avoiding them. On top of that, he’s a pleasure to work with. Polite, reliable, strong work ethic, and always ready to go. I trusted my gut when I chose Sang from a strong group of candidates, and I have zero regrets. It was the right decision. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and dependable developer." — David Eagle

  • Game
  • Unity
  • C#
  • Game Development
  • Mobile Game
  • iOS Development
  • Firebase
  • WebGL
  • ARCore
  • Game Mechanics
  • AR Application
  • Front-End Development
  • Back-End Development
  • Photon Unity Networking
  • Multiplayer
Aidan G.

Albuquerque, New Mexico

$35/hr
4.9
49 jobs

I'm a seasoned software engineer with deep expertise in Unity and C#, specializing in game development and integrating gameplay systems. My work has been recognized by industry leaders, including Activision. This recognition underscores my ability to deliver innovative game solutions that exceed client expectations. I'm eager to bring this level of excellence to meet and surpass your needs! Skills & Expertise: 👨‍💻 Unity development: Unity scripting (C#), asset integration, mobile app development, performance optimizations, game mechanic/systems integration, game bug fixes, and RESTful API Integrations 🛠️ Version control software: Git, GitHub, Unity Version Control 🛜 Networking libraries: Photon Fusion, Mirror Networking, PUN2 🔧 Unity integration services: IAP & app advertising SDK integrations 🚩 Project management tools: Jira, Trello, Azure Boards, Confluence 🧩 Genres: FPS/TPS, match-3 puzzle, MMORPG, racing, top-down shooters, and open to expanding more! ⚙️Back-end services: Google Cloud Firestore for Firebase, Google Cloud Storage for Firebase, and Supabase 🧭 Perspectives: 3D & 2D I can implement solutions to accelerate your project and go beyond your expectations. I have worked with various clients and carved out project deliverables using the skillsets mentioned above. What I aim to bring to my client's project: ⏳ Timely deliverables meeting your direct needs, adjustments, or improvements 📞Clear and constant communication on my latest status for your milestone 👨‍💻 Professionalism in quality software development 🤝 Cooperation on the highest level to ensure you feel comfortable throughout our partnership ⏱️ Respect your time and perspective to ensure deadlines are met reasonably I will develop code for you that is clean, readable, portable, and maintainable. I always do my best to follow SOLID, DRY, and YAGNI software design principles and will adapt to any coding preferences, principles, or design patterns on a team or with you.

  • Unity
  • C#
  • Game Development
  • Game Design
  • Photon Unity Networking
  • Android
  • iOS
  • Smartphone
  • Mobile Game
  • Mobile App Development
  • Game Development Bug Fix
  • In-App Purchases
  • In-Game Advertising
  • Firebase
  • Supabase
  • Apple Xcode
  • Firebase Cloud Firestore
  • Back-End Development
Lakhbir L.

Jalandhar, India

$30/hr
5.0
13 jobs

Game Developer & Designer I’m a senior game developer and designer with 11+ years of experience and close to 100 shipped projects across mobile, PC, WebGL, AR, and VR platforms. I help clients build: • 2D & 3D games • AR/VR applications and training simulators • Multiplayer systems • Mobile games for iOS and Android • WebGL experiences • Game optimization and bug fixing Most of my recent work includes Meta Quest VR apps, multiplayer games, and industrial/medical VR simulations. I work with Gamensoft Studio, so I can also provide designers, artists, animators, and additional developers when needed. Tech Stack: Unity, C#, Photon, PlayFab, AR Foundation, OpenXR, Meta Quest SDK, Firebase, Mirror Networking, WebGL, Git If you need a reliable Game developer (Unity | Unreal | Roblox | Defold) to build, improve, or complete a game project, feel free to message me. Lakhbir

  • Unity
  • C#
  • Game Development
  • Mobile Game Development
  • Augmented Reality
  • Virtual Reality
  • WebGL
  • PC Game
  • Metaverse
  • Mobile Game
  • Meta Quest
  • Game Design
  • Photon Unity Networking
  • Unreal Engine
  • Multiplayer
  • Game Consultation
  • Online Multiplayer
  • Blender
  • Gamification
  • Software Consultation

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How to Hire Top Game Art Specialists

How to hire game artists

Game artists are responsible for the overall art direction of a video game. Whether you need someone to sketch character art for a virtual card game or stylize the user interface (UI) for a mobile puzzle game, game artists are here to help. 

So how do you hire game artists? What follows are some tips for finding top game artists on Upwork.

How to shortlist game art professionals

As you’re browsing available game art professionals, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the independent contractors you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Game genre. Adventure, fantasy, horror, or space? You want a game artist who can create art that will fit with your video game setting. 
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., designing skins for 3D character models in a battle royale game).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular game artist.

How to write an effective game art job post

With a clear picture of your ideal game artist in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for an independent contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project. 

An effective game art job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From concept art to setting design, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain game types, design tools, or technologies, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Ready to create visually stunning character designs, environments, and other elements for your video game? Log in and post your game art job on Upwork today.

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GAME ART SPECIALISTS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is game art?

Game art refers to the aesthetic aspects of video game development. Game artists design the objects, character models, settings, and environments that make up a video game. 

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in game art professionals:

  • Game art design
  • Digital illustration
  • UI/UX design
  • Concept artistry
  • 2D/3D design, modeling, and rendering

Why hire game artists?

The trick to finding top game artists is to identify your needs. Are you looking for an artist to sketch concept art for a fantasy role-playing game (RPG)? Do you require experience with 3D modeling software such as Maya? 

The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life. 

How much does it cost to hire a game artist?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced game artist may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their game art more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.