Concept Artist – Game Art

HERON NEXUS SDN. BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a talented concept artist to define the visual style of game characters, environments, and UI. You will collaborate with teams, execute designs, and maintain brand tone in promotional materials. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in game concept art, proficiency in tools like Photoshop and 3D software, and a strong understanding of both Western and Southeast Asian art styles. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating immersive gaming experiences.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in character, environment, and/or game UI concept art.
• Strong proficiency in Western and Southeast Asian art styles.
• Capable of collaborating with product teams to improve gameplay experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Art Lead on character, environment, and game UI designs.
• Drive the execution and implementation of designs.
• Participate in creative discussions during project phases.

Skills

Collaboration

Creativity

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Art, Design, or related disciplines

Tools

Photoshop

3D tools

Job description

Collaborate with the Art Lead to define the visual style for game characters, environments, and game UI; participate in early-stage game concept development; produce concept designs and establish design templates and style guidelines for characters, environments, and game UI.

Participate in 0-to-1 creative discussions during the early phase of projects; drive the execution and implementation of character, environment, and game UI designs; work closely with 3D artists, follow up on feedback, and conduct quality review and acceptance.

Take ownership of the visual presentation and brand tone for product promotion, and ensure design details of marketing materials are properly executed.

Be proficient in using 3D tools to assist the concept art workflow.

Participate in hands-on character, environment, and game UI design tasks; review outsourced artwork and provide guidance to external vendors.

Establish and refine standardized workflows for character, environment, and game UI concept art, and participate in review processes.

Collaborate with downstream teams to evaluate the final visual outcomes of characters, environments, and game UI, and propose improvement or revision plans.

Stay up to date with industry trends and popular visual elements, regularly research the latest character presentation styles in games, and share insights combined with professional design knowledge.

Qualifications

Passionate about games, with strong attention to game experience, and able to collaborate with product teams to improve overall gameplay experience.

Degree in Art, Design, or related disciplines, with a solid foundation in fine arts.

Proficient in Photoshop and other mainstream digital painting tools; familiar with using 3D tools to support concept art workflows.

5+ years of experience in character, environment, and/or game UI concept art; strong proficiency in Western and Southeast Asian art styles.

Strong analytical and creative abilities; capable of accurately understanding requirements and delivering high-quality work efficiently.

High sense of responsibility, strong ownership mindset, and commitment to team goals.

Strong learning ability, proactive in exploring and adopting new tools, techniques, and technologies in daily work.