Senior Character Concept Artist

CCP Games

England

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A leading video game developer in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Character Concept Artist. This role requires proven experience creating visually stunning character and weapon concepts. The ideal candidate will collaborate with team members to ensure designs align with artistic vision and storytelling. A strong portfolio showcasing various designs is essential, along with passion for storytelling and science fiction. This full-time position is perfect for creative individuals looking to make an impact.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Concept Artist in the video game or film industry.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing a variety of character and weapon concept designs.
  • Experience working on MMO or large-scale multiplayer titles.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Art Director and other team members to develop concept art.
  • Develop quick sketches and detailed final concepts for character and weapons.
  • Research and reference materials to ensure original and compelling designs.
  • Iterate based on feedback and adapt designs to meet project needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills
Time-management skills
Experience with worldbuilding
Passion for storytelling

Job description

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We are seeking a versatile and talented Senior Character Concept Artist to join our team. You will contribute to the creation of visually stunning and imaginative concepts across a variety of disciplines, including Characters and weapons. Your work will help define the visual direction of our projects and support the worldbuilding process, ensuring consistency and immersion throughout.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the Art Director, Lead Artist and other team members to develop concept art that supports the project’s artistic vision and storytelling.
  • Develop both quick sketches and highly detailed final concepts, for character and weapons, ensuring alignment with the world and narrative.
  • Research and reference appropriate materials to ensure designs are original, authentic, and visually compelling.
  • Iterate based on feedback and adapt designs to meet project needs and style.
  • Work closely with the character and weapon artist and other departments to ensure concepts are feasible for production.
Key Qualifications
  • Proven experience as a Concept Artist in the video game or film industry.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing a variety of character and weapon concept designs.
  • Strong communication and time-management skills.
  • Experience with worldbuilding and designing for cohesive settings.
  • Experience working on MMO or large-scale multiplayer titles.
  • Generalist experience with the ability to work across multiple themes.
  • Passion for storytelling and hard sci-fi.
Seniority Level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
  • Full-time
Job Function
  • Art/Creative
Industries
  • Computer Games

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