Concept Artist

Omens Studios; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative studio in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a talented Concept Artist to shape the visual identity of projects aimed at young audiences. The successful candidate will develop designs for characters and environments, create key visuals for marketing purposes, and support existing franchises. Proficiency in Photoshop and a strong foundation in visual storytelling are essential, along with the ability to adapt styles across various genres. This role calls for creative collaboration and efficient idea communication.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in drawing, design, color, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Excellent proficiency in Photoshop with good 3D form awareness.
• Ability to visualize, stylize, and adapt designs for different production needs.
• Communicates ideas clearly, takes feedback well, and meets tight deadlines.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop concept designs for characters, props, and environments.
• Produce sketches, thumbnails, and quick visual iterations.
• Refine and adapt artwork based on feedback.
• Create key visuals and assets for pitching, PR, marketing, and licensing.
• Support development of new IPs and existing franchises.

Skills

Drawing

Design

Visual storytelling

Photoshop proficiency

Adaptability

Job description

We are looking for a talented Concept Artist to join the creative team. The role plays a key part in shaping the visual identity of our projects for young audiences. Versatility to adapt styles across different genres and production needs—animation, games, marketing, licensing and merchandising—is a must.

Responsibilities

• Develop concept designs for characters, props, and environments for animation series based on scripts, references, or original ideas that could be translated into 3D animation production.
• Produce sketches, thumbnails, and quick visual iterations to explore ideas efficiently.
• Refine and adapt artwork based on feedback from the Art Director, producers, and the creative team.
• Create key visuals and assets for pitching, PR, marketing, and licensing (posters, title treatments, pitch decks, presentation materials).
• Support the development of new IPs and existing franchises with strong visual storytelling and design direction.

Requirements

• Strong foundation in drawing, design, color, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Excellent proficiency in Photoshop with good 3D form awareness.
• Ability to visualize, stylize, and adapt designs for different production needs.
• Communicates ideas clearly, takes feedback well, and meets tight deadlines.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience preferred. Portfolio link is required.