2D Illustrator (Project Based)

Amber Studio; Philippines; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 580,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Portfolio required

Job summary

Amber Studio in the Philippines is seeking a talented Concept Artist or Illustrator to join the project pitch team. The role focuses on creating engaging 2D visuals that fascinate and inform clients while collaborating with designers and art directors.

The ideal candidate has experience in illustration or concept art, strong skills with 2D tools, and a solid portfolio. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and contribute to diverse gaming-related projects.

Qualifications

• Illustration training with color theory, composition, art history, life drawing, character design.
• Experience in illustration or concept art for games or media.

Responsibilities

• Create 2D illustrations and concept art aligned with artistic/technical direction.
• Develop visuals for characters, environments, game objects, vehicles, gameplay screens.
• Understand and apply gameplay constraints to visual design.
• Apply aesthetic and graphic design principles for the project.
• Plan and time-estimate your work independently.
• Communicate with Game Designers, Graphic Artists, and Art Directors.
• Use traditional and digital methods to draw/paint in 2D.
• Proficient with Photoshop, Maya, Painter, etc.
• Interpret briefs and meet deadlines.
• Incorporate client feedback and refine work accordingly.
• Research topics and gather references for designs.

Skills

Illustration

Concept art

2D art tools

Gaming industry experience

3D basics

Motion graphics

Video editing

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

Procreate

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


• 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.