3D Character Designer

About TinyPal
TinyPal is an AI-powered parenting app helping parents navigate child development through experiences grounded in developmental science. We’re building Tinu, a friendly digital companion who interacts with children through simple games and activities.
The Role
We’re looking for a 3D Character Artist & Animator to bring Tinu to life. We already have the visual direction and mascot inspiration; you’ll turn this into a polished, expressive, mobile-ready character.
What You’ll Work On
Create and refine Tinu’s 3D character, proportions, materials, and textures based on our references.
Develop expressive faces, poses, and emotions such as happiness, sadness, curiosity, listening, and excitement.
Rig and prepare the character for basic animation and interaction.
Optimise the model for mobile use.
Collaborate with the product/design team and iterate based on feedback.
What We’re Looking For
Experience creating 3D characters/mascots, ideally for apps, games, or interactive experiences.
Strong understanding of character design, stylisation, proportions, and expressions.
Proficiency in Blender, Maya, Cinema 4D, ZBrush, or similar.
Experience with rigging and animation-ready characters.
Strong 3D character portfolio and ability to work from references.
Comfortable with feedback and iteration.
Nice to Have
Experience with children’s products, education, parenting, or wellness.
Basic understanding of Unity/Unreal or mobile asset pipelines.
Experience with facial animation or lip-sync.
Note: This is not a game-development role. The focus is on creating Tinu and making the character ready for basic animation and use within the app.

Work arrangement
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