Concept Artist

Smear Frames; West Bengal; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Smear Frames, a CGI animation studio based in Kolkata, India, is seeking a talented Concept Artist. The role involves creating detailed drawings and paintings of environments, characters, and props using both traditional and digital methods.

Applicants should be confident in using creative programs such as Photoshop and Maya, and be able to efficiently interpret briefs while also responding positively to feedback.

Qualifications

• Ability to create quick and detailed drawings and paintings.
• Confidence in using creative programs and technologies.
• Strong research skills to inform designs.

Responsibilities

• Create quick and detailed drawings and paintings of characters and environments.
• Interpret briefs and adapt work based on feedback.
• Produce various types of concept art.

Skills

Drawing and Painting

2D and 3D Design

Photoshop

Maya

SketchUp

Creative Problem Solving

Tools

Photoshop

Maya

Painter

SketchUp

Job description

We are a 3D animation and visual effects studio for interactive content development and a production of high-quality CGI animation content for television series, DVDs, and full-length features.

Job Description

Smear Frames is a CGI animation studio based in Kolkata, India. We are looking to hire a great Concept Artist.

Responsibilities

• Create quick and detailed drawings and paintings of environments, characters, buildings, vehicles, and props, including thumbnails and wireframes.
• Use traditional and technological approaches to create designs in 2D and 3D through drawing and painting.
• Efficiently interpret briefs.
• Explain and pitch ideas clearly to the creative team.
• Respond positively to feedback and adapt work accordingly.
• Be confident using creative programs and technologies such as Photoshop, Maya, Painter, and SketchUp.
• Research topics and reference information to inform designs.
• Create specification sheets, accurately noting dimensions and details for others to follow.

Types of Concept Art

• Character – producing mainly human characters.
• Creature – illustrating non‑human characters.
• Environmental – creating detailed scenes, including indoor, outdoor, and imaginary settings.