2D Illustrator (Project Based)

Amber; Región Centro; On-site; MXN 276,000 - 551,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive project-based compensation

Opportunity to work on diverse projects

Clear communication and support

Job summary

A creative studio in Mexico is seeking a passionate Concept Artist or Illustrator to join their project pitch team. The role requires the creation of captivating 2D illustrations and concept art, working closely with game designers and other team members. Candidates should have experience in the gaming industry, strong illustration abilities, and proficiency with art tools like Photoshop and Maya. Opportunities for long-term collaboration and competitive project-based pay are available.

Qualifications

• Fine and commercial art training in illustration including color theory and composition.
• Experience in illustration or concept art is essential.
• Ability to create 2D designs through traditional and digital methods.
• Previous experience 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.

Responsibilities

• Create 2D illustrations and concept art following the project's artistic direction.
• Communicate proficiently with team members and stakeholders.
• Meet strict deadlines while adapting designs based on feedback.
• Apply aesthetic and graphic design principles developed for the project.
• Self-plan and time estimate your work.
• Communicate with Game Designers, Graphic Artists, Art Directors, and stakeholders.
• Use traditional and digital 2D drawing/painting techniques.
• Proficiently use software and art technologies (Photoshop, Maya, Painter).
• Interpret briefs, respond to client feedback, and adapt accordingly.
• Research topics and gather references for designs.
• Meet strict deadlines.

Skills

2D skills with Adobe Photoshop

Illustration experience

Fine and commercial art training

Experience in the gaming industry

Game industry experience

3D modeling

Motion graphics

Tools

Photoshop

Maya

Procreate

Maya

Painter

Job description

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
• C lear 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.