2D Illustrator (Project Based)

Amber Studio; Región Centro; Presencial; MXN 279.000 - 502.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Long-term collaboration opportunities

Flexible project timelines

Descripción de la vacante

Amber Studio is seeking a passionate Concept Artist or Illustrator for its project pitch team in a fast-paced environment. You will create key visuals that fascinate and inform clients, collaborating with Game Designers, Graphic Artists, and Art Directors.

Responsibilities include producing 2D concept art across characters, environments, vehicles, and gameplay screens while meeting tight deadlines and adapting to client feedback. Experience in gaming preferred.

Formación

• Experience in illustration and/or concept art.
• Proficiency with 2D art tools (Photoshop/Illustrator/Procreate).
• Previous gaming industry experience as concept/production artist is a plus.
• 3D modeling, texturing, animation, architectural skills a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Create 2D illustrations and concept art in line with project direction.
• Work on characters, environments, game objects, vehicles, gameplay screens.
• Understand gameplay constraints and apply design principles.
• Self-plan and time estimate work; meet deadlines.
• Communicate with Designers, Artists, and Directors; interpret briefs.
• Use traditional and digital media to produce 2D designs.
• Utilize tools like Photoshop, Maya, Painter; adapt to feedback.
• Research topics and gather references to inform designs.

Conocimientos

2D art tools

Illustration experience

Gaming industry experience

3D modeling

Motion graphics

Art training

Herramientas

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Procreate

Maya

Descripción del empleo

About us:

At Amber, we're always on the hunt for the most talented individuals in the industry to join our team. We're dedicated to delivering top-notch service to our customers and know that our employees are key to making that happen. We offer attractive compensation packages and plenty of chances to grow with us, and we're always on the lookout for ways to do things better. Our team works together towards common goals and we value each member's contributions to our mission of continuous improvement and innovation.

About the role:

Amber’s Creative Core is looking for a passionate, experienced Concept Artist or Illustrator to join our project pitch team. This role calls for versatile art skills in a fast‑paced iterative environment creating key visuals that fascinate, intrigue and inform both internal and external clients.

The Quest:

• Create 2D illustrations and concept art in line with the project's artistic and technical direction.
• Work with subject matter including but not limited to; characters, environments, game objects, vehicles, gameplay screens, etc.
• Understand the gameplay constraints on the visual design.
• Understand and apply aesthetic and graphic design principles developed for the project
• Ability to self‑plan and time estimate your work.
• Proficiently communicate with team members (Game Designers, Graphic Artists, Art Directors), and other stakeholders.
• Use traditional and technological approaches to create designs in 2D through drawing and painting.
• Be confident using creative a variety of software and art technologies e.g. Photoshop, Maya, Painter, etc.
• Efficiently interpret briefs.
• Respond positively to client feedback.
• Adapt and refine your work based on client/lead critique.
• Research topics and collect reference and ideas to use in your designs.
• Meet strict deadlines.

The Skills:

• Fine and commercial art training in illustration including color theory, composition, art history, life drawing, character design, speed painting, sculpture, photography, industrial design, fashion, theater..
• Experience in doing illustration and/or concept art
• 2D skills - Art tools like Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, Procreate, etc.
• Previous experience working in the gaming industry as a concept or production artist.
• 3D modeling, texturing, animation, architectural skills a plus.
• Motion Graphics and video edit skills a plus.

Required Application Materials:

• Reel or Portfolio demonstrating artistic skills.

The Reward:

• Competitive project-based compensation
• Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse projects
• Clear communication and support throughout the project duration.
• Flexibility in project timelines and deadlines.
• Potential for long‑term collaboration on future projects.
• Transparent and fair evaluation of your work.