Character Concept Artist — Shape Iconic Game Worlds

Bilinguallink; Quebec; Remote; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Side is seeking a skilled Character Concept Artist to join its global team. You will create detailed character concepts and collaborate with art leads, 3D artists, and designers to ensure alignment with project vision and gameplay requirements.

We value a strong portfolio, 3+ years in the field, and the ability to iterate concepts from realistic to stylized while shaping storytelling and personality through design.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as a Character Concept Artist.
• Contributed to at least one shipped title on PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating character design across styles.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed and visually striking character concept art for various projects.
• Collaborate with art leads, 3D artists, and designers to align with vision and gameplay.
• Generate concepts across multiple styles; develop iterations and options.
• Provide callouts and references for 3D artists and animators.
• Maintain consistency and quality, ensuring characters fit the game world.
• Participate in feedback sessions and iterate designs as needed.

Skills

Character concept art

Anatomy knowledge

Proportion understanding

Team collaboration

Storytelling in design

Rendering techniques

Tools

Photoshop

Procreate

Job description

Side is seeking a skilled Character Concept Artist to join its global team. You will create detailed character concepts and collaborate with art leads, 3D artists, and designers to ensure alignment with project vision and gameplay requirements.

We value a strong portfolio, 3+ years in the field, and the ability to iterate concepts from realistic to stylized while shaping storytelling and personality through design.