3D Modeler

About KOMODO

KOMODO is a company that delivers innovative products and services shaping the future of the gaming and manga industries. We are expanding Steam Deck sales across Asia, developing and publishing original games, and now, bringing “NIUHI” — the new manga now platform empowering manga creators to reach and inspire manga fans across the globe. To achieve this, we are looking for passionate and skilled individuals to join our team!

At KOMODO, we are a diverse and passionate team dedicated to delivering new value to our customers. If you share our enthusiasm for games and manga, come be a part of a dynamic business expanding new products into markets around the world. KOMODO offers the perfect environment where you can seek a role where you can directly contribute to the development and see the impact of your work.

Join us in shaping the future from our Tokyo, Honolulu, and Seoul offices. We look forward to your application!

The Opportunity

KOMODO is seeking a 3D Modeler to help define the visual identity of Nanos, a competitive PvP game featuring a stylized, anime-inspired art direction.

You will be responsible for creating ships, characters, and environment assets that bring the world of Nanos to life. Your work will help establish the game’s tone, clarity, and sense of scale as the project moves from prototype to full production.

This role involves close collaboration with the design, art, and engineering teams to ensure all models are visually striking, optimized, and ready for integration in Unreal Engine.

A successful candidate combines strong 3D modeling skills with a keen eye for detail and style. You thrive in collaboration and create visually striking, optimized assets that bring the world of Nanos to life, with experience in stylized or anime-inspired art highly desirable.

Requirements

Strong proficiency in a 3D modeling tool such as Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max

● High proficiency in topology, UV mapping, and texture baking

● Experience creating stylized or anime-inspired assets

● Basic understanding of asset integration into Unreal Engine

● Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines

● High proficiency in English communication. The ability to discuss feedback, visual intent, and technical topics clearly is strongly preferred

Tech Stack (Art)

● Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max

● Substance Painter or Photoshop

● Unreal Engine (asset import and setup)

● Git

Preferred Qualifications

● Experience modeling ships, characters, or large-scale environment props such as buildings, modular structures, or terrain features for games

● Familiarity with PBR workflows and normal map detailing

● Interest in sci-fi, anime, and cel-shaded visual styles

● Japanese communication ability is a plus

Benefits

● Performance-based Profits sharing

● KOMODO Special Leave ( 5-business day Summer holiday, 7 business Winter holiday,

1-day Birthday holiday and 1day Game Launch Day )

● Paid leave by Japanese labor laws.

● Full Social Insurance Coverage (Kanto IT Software Health Insurance Society)

● Free language learning classes (Japanese, English)

● Company Events (Office Lunch Parties, Year-end Parties, etc.)

● Work Visa Support

● A Steam Deck will be provided to employees for their employment.

● Free Games and Manga

Some benefits will be available after the completion of the probationary period.