Game Modeller & Pixel Artist at Synx Games

Start Date: Rolling - start when available
Role Type: Student (Casual)
Salary: £12.71 per hour + Holiday
Hours: Zero Hours Contract
Location: University of Lincoln Campus
Reports To: Director

The Role

This is a hands-on creative role for a student who wants real portfolio work at an established gaming studio, with a strong focus on User-Generated Content. You will work closely with our Minecraft Development Team to create models and art for expansions on Minecraft: Java Edition and Minecraft: Bedrock Edition for our games and server partners.

You don't need to do everything to apply for this role. Some of our team are strongest at 3D modelling, some at 2D pixel art, and some at animation. Tell us what you're best at, as we're looking for a mix of skills and will shape the work around your strengths.

Hours are flexible and fit around your studies. They start small, and as projects land there is as much work as we have available and you want. To apply, fill out the form at the bottom of this webpage with your CV and (if available) Portfolio. If you would like an informal chat about the role first, we are happy to arrange one.

About Synx Games

Synx Games is a UGC game creation company specialising in Minecraft. Founded in 2022, we've operated some of the largest Minecraft servers to date, working with creators like SSundee and other UGC companies to build communities enjoyed by thousands.

We're a small team based at Spark House on the University of Lincoln's Brayford Campus, supported by our international partners. We move fast, keep things flexible and genuinely enjoy what we do.

What You'll Do

01
3D Modelling
Collaborate with staff on multiple products to create 3D models in BlockBench for Minecraft: Java Edition and Minecraft: Bedrock Edition servers.
02
Pixel Art & GUIs
Create 2D Pixel-art assets such as GUIs, 2D Items, Block textures and promotional graphics that match each product's art style and technical constraints, including resolution, palette and file format.
03
Animation
On occasion we animate our custom models within BlockBench. These can be simple 'bobbing' effects to multi-key animations.
04
Design Input & Iteration
Use customer feedback to revise and improve your work throughout the production cycle. As your experience grows, offer input on design for feasibility, accessibility and visual impact, and help shape our in-game sub-brands and project identities where relevant.

Essential Criteria

Right to work

Must have the right to work in the UK

Qualifications

Current student at the University of Lincoln (Undergraduate or Postgraduate courses)

Portfolio

A portfolio of game art, such as 3D models and/or 2D pixel art, showing your best work. Feel free to show us your personal projects or academic coursework.

Knowledge

An understanding of Minecraft and how the game is played

Initiative

Able to tackle complex, wide-scoped problems independently and pick up new tools you may not be familiar with

Location

Able to travel to our offices at the University of Lincoln. This role is not remote.

Nice to Have

Experience with Blockbench
Experience with Blender or other 3D modelling software
Experience creating pixel-art game UI or Minecraft-style textures (Aseprite, Piskel, BlockBench or similar)
Experience animating 3D models or pixel art

Synx Games is not able to sponsor a visa for this position. You must have the right to work in the UK.

The Role

About Synx Games

What You'll Do

Essential Criteria

Nice to Have

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