【 Interview Movie 】

Designing enchanting characters that enrich the world's vibrant landscape

I'm a 3D artist who creates character models for "Chain Chronicle". Previously, I worked as a 3D artist for a game developer. I joined SEGA on a part-time basis, working on arcade games. After building a strong foundation of experience in that particular domain, I eventually made the move to mobile gaming.

My role primarily consists of creating character models from the finalized images that we receive from our illustrators. The images are made using eight-head proportions, and it's my job to convert them into two-head-proportion character models. First, I create the model in Maya, then import it into Unity. Transforming two-dimensional images requires a delicate touch, so I approach it with utmost care. Much of my daily routine revolves around pondering how best to make each character stand out while incorporating them into the world of "Chain Chronicle".

Given that "Chain Chronicle" is a mobile game, our users typically first lay eyes upon these characters in gacha form. As a 3D artist, my job is to make them so irresistibly adorable that fans that fans will want to obtain them. I'm filled with joy whenever I see fans reacting positively to them over social media. From time to time, the illustrators also send me their appreciation for making such cute renditions of their work, which is always a big motivator.

SEGA also has its own in-house daycare which accepts children up to the third grade of elementary school. Shortened work hours are also permitted until then as well. I genuinely feel that my team members and the company have my best interests in mind.

There is a collective drive at SEGA to create enjoyable games together. Artists are encouraged to voice their opinions, and every team member is given a chance to speak their mind. The company has established a culture that values the input of all team members, regardless of seniority. SEGA encourages their staff to take on new challenges, so I'd love to gain some experience working on console titles.

Having successfully transitioned from arcade games to mobile games, I believe SEGA is an ideal place for individuals seeking to gain diverse experience. In addition to honing my technical skills, I have also acquired a wealth of experience in areas such as training new staff and managing purchase orders with our vendors.

If you're someone with a wide range of interests, and like visiting museums, seeing movies, watching anime, or going to musicals, you'll be a perfect fit here. Let's make fun video games together!