Concept Artist (UK-based 6 month Fixed Term Contract)

Climax Studios; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and innovative team at an exciting studio in the heart of Edinburgh, where creativity thrives. As a concept artist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of AAA games. Your expertise in photo bashing and illustration will be essential as you bring to life captivating characters and immersive environments. With a commitment to ongoing training and a friendly work culture, this is an opportunity to grow your career while contributing to groundbreaking projects in the gaming industry. Embrace your passion for video games and unleash your creativity in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Excellent Holiday Package

Regular Social Events

Ongoing Training and Development

Group Private Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Private Dental Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle To Work Scheme

Eye-Care Vouchers

Qualifications

• At least two years studio experience in concept art.
• Strong foundation in traditional drawing skills and multiple styles.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize monsters, characters, and environments for AAA games.
• Create stunning characters and environmental art.

Skills

Photo Bashing

Illustration Skills

Composition

Lighting

Colour Theory

Traditional Drawing Skills

Concept Art

Self-Motivation

Education

Art Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Photoshop

Job description

Climax is one of the leading creative lights of independent games development with an outstanding line of top published titles. It truly is an exciting and inspiring place to work and you'll be based out of our new Edinburgh studio based in the heart of the city overlooking the historic castle.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated concept artist who has at least two years studio experience to join our award winning art team. This position will require an artist that is highly adept at photo bashing and is able to conceptualize monsters, beasts, characters, environments and illustrate new assets for our AAA games.

Requirements

• Have an excellent understanding of form and function
• Has a great eye for composition, lighting and colour theory
• Work alongside the design and production teams
• Create stunning characters and environmental art that captures the quality of our games
• Ability to multi-task across various projects and to create concept art from stylised to photo real
• Excellent illustration skills with the ability to create effective and coherent concept and sketch art.
• Self-motivation and willingness to participate in many areas of game development
• Passion for video games and the creation of worlds, creatures and characters
• Solid knowledge of Photoshop
• Proven ability in working with grey/white box draw over development
• Portfolio that demonstrates an excellent eye for all things concept
• Strong understanding of all aspects of concept art
• Show a strong foundation in traditional drawing skills as well as have a proven track record of multiple drawing styles.

Benefits

• Excellent holiday package
• Regular social events
• A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
• Ongoing training and development, with career progression
• Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Eye-Care Vouchers

Perks

• In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise.
• Regular Socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties and some great charity fundraising events.
  

Role Information: EN

Studio: Climax Studios

Location: Europe, United Kingdom, Edinburgh

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Service Type: Art

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, Onsite

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