Concept & Character Artist

• Create a wide array of concept art for characters, props and environments
• Sketch, draw and design art concepts for game design documents to make the vision of the art direction more tangible
• Assist 3d Artists with hard surface and organic asset concepts and paint overs
• Conceptualize assets using both real world accuracy and exaggerated elements for compelling results
• Assist with storyboarding for trailers and cinematics
• Adhere to the look and feel of the game through the team’s feedback, while collaborating with other departments including design
• Create assets properly scaled to real world accuracy and standards
• Effectively communicate visual intentions with wider teams
• Make any necessary iterations to ensure that the work is in keeping with the artistic vision
• Iterate on selected sketches by adding more detail

• Proficiency with Photoshop or equivalent software
• Experience with 3d software (Maya, Max, Blender, ZBrush)
• Strong understanding of asset pipelines and agile development environments
• Strong foundation in art fundamentals of composition, design, light, form, scale, color and materials
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to accurately estimate tasks and maintain schedules
• Strong communication skills and understanding of various art disciplines (animation, hard surface, environment)
• Someone who is user-focused, passionate, scrappy, solutions-focused, and innovative.
• Proficiency in the English language preferred.

A link to an online portfolio is required.