Concept Artist

Ubisoft Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ubisoft Toronto is seeking a skilled Concept Artist to join their artistic team. The role involves creating engaging characters and environments, collaborating closely with the Art Director, and producing artwork from concepts to final reference material. The ideal candidate will have a Fine Arts diploma and at least 5 years of industry experience, along with a strong ability in digital painting and various 3D software. This full-time position promises an exciting opportunity to contribute creatively within the video game industry.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in concept art within the video game industry.
• Strong understanding of lighting, composition, and anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Art Director on game vision and ambiance.
• Create concepts for characters and environments.
• Adapt artwork based on feedback and technical constraints.

Skills

Digital painting

3D software knowledge

Art fundamentals

Excellent communication

Creativity

Education

College diploma in Fine Arts

Tools

3Ds Max

Adobe Suite

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

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Job Description

The incumbent will lay the groundwork for the artistic team to create characters and environments that will engage the players.

They will provide the artwork that will serve as references and guide the visual styling throughout production as all artists work towards a common goal.

The main tasks of this position include :

• Collaborate with the Art Director to develop the overall vision of a game (set the tone and ambiance, pitch locations, key moments, emotional contrasts, etc.);
• Produce black and white sketches and quick iterations (digital or paper);
• Create concepts of characters or environments from existing references or from scratch;
• Propose concepts to the artistic team and discuss possibilities;
• Adapt artwork based on feedback;
• Balance artistic aspects with technical constraints;
• Carry out related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Training : A college diploma in Fine Arts or equivalent.

Experience : At least 5 years in concept art within the video game industry.

Skills and knowledge :

• Knowledge of digital painting and 3D software : 3Ds Max, Adobe Suite, Adobe Illustrator;
• Understanding of art fundamentals : lighting, composition, architecture, anatomy, etc.;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills;
• Creativity and curiosity.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Art / Creative
• Computer Games

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