Senior Concept Artist / 2D Artist

Daybreak Game Company; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Paid Time off

Free Game Accounts

Wellness Program

Monthly Company Celebrations

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement program

Company Swag & Clothing

Access to industry events and conferen

Job summary

Dimensional Ink Games, a Daybreak Game Company studio in Austin, TX, seeks a visionary Senior Concept Artist / 2D Artist to define the next generation of visual content for DC Universe Online.

You will bridge classic comic iconography with cutting-edge game design, collaborating with the Art Director and Design teams to craft iconic characters, environments, and key art that honors DC Comics while delivering immersive experiences for players worldwide.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Concept Artist or 2D Artist in the video game industry, with at least one shipped AAA or high-profile title.
• Strong understanding of comic book stylization, anatomy and dynamic posing.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Procreate and 3D block-out tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Visualize and design production-ready characters, environments and assets for DC Universe Online.
• Define style and tone that aligns with the DCUO visual identity.
• Support the 3D pipeline with orthographic callouts and texture guides.
• Collaborate with Designers and Animators to meet gameplay and engine constraints.
• Mentor junior and mid-level artists to maintain visual quality.
• Create marketing illustrations and UI assets when needed.

Skills

5+ yrs exp

Character design

Anatomy

Collaboration

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Procreate

Blender

ZBrush

Job description

Make your mark at Daybreak Games and take your place in games history!

Here at Daybreak, we make games
that bring people together.

Together we have built and introduced some of the most famed and beloved gaming franchises to millions of players worldwide including H1Z1®, DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide®, EverQuest®, Lord of the Rings Online, & Dungeons & Dragons Online.

We are obsessed with
the entire creation process

Passion for play is what keeps us connected to our ever growing community. From group raiding epics in Norrath to watching our favorite streamers battle it out in a post apocalyptic landscape, we are devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience to our communities.

Join a team where your
contributions matter!

We focus on quality, learning, opportunity,
family and community.

We will support, mentor and develop your career.

Whether you’re in
games development or corporate,
We’re All Heroes Here!

Daybreak offers some of the best benefits in the games industry! In addition to our benefits,
we offer a quite a few amazing perks that make working at Daybreak even more exciting!

Excellent Paid Time off

Free Game Accounts

Wellness Program

Monthly Company
Celebrations

• Employee Assistance Program


• Social & Games Clubs


• Short/Long Term Disability Insurance


• Life/AD&D Insurance


• 10 paid Holidays


• Tuition Reimbursement program


• Holiday Parties and other celebration


• Employee Product Purchase Program


• Company Swag & Clothing


• Access to industry events and conferences

Locations

AUSTIN

The Lone Star State's very own and newly dubbed \"Silicon Hills\", with a large cluster of tech companies including Facebook and Google. Austin is historically famous for its culture of great food, music, theater and museums. You will also find the Texas State Capitol, tons of outdoor pleasures such as hiking, paddle boarding, wildlife and the Austin Zoo.

This is where you come in. Our teams are hiring and we’re looking for people who live every day well played.

Senior Concept Artist / 2D Artist

Art Team, Austin, Texas
Job ID: 8901129002

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Concept Artist / 2D Artist

Studio/Department: Dimensional Ink Games/Live Development

Employee Type:Full Time, Regular

Location: Austin, TX / Remote (Daybreak Approved Remote Locations (CA, WA, TX, NY)

Salary Range:$85,000 - $110,000, pay may vary on location.

ABOUT OUR STUDIO

Dimensional Ink Games (DIG) is a Daybreak Game Company studio located in northwest Austin with a view of rolling hillsides. Our studio is centered around bringing comic adventures to life. You own your destiny in our games, and in your career here. We are a team that believes in passionately working towards our goals. Our core goal is developing DC Universe Online, and we plan to continue making it one of the best superhero video games available. We are building teams as diverse as our ideas, and you are invited to join in the adventure with us as we explore new worlds and characters year-round!

Job Summary

Dimensional Ink Games is seeking a visionary Senior Concept Artist / 2D Artist to help define the next generation of visual content for our long-running, hit MMORPG, DC Universe Online.

In this role, you will bridge the gap between classic comic book iconography and cutting-edge game development. You will collaborate closely with the Art Director, Lead Artists, and Design teams to craft iconic characters, vast environments, and stylized key art that honors the legacy of DC Comics while creating fresh, immersive experiences for our global player base.

Responsibilities

Visualize the DC Universe: Design production-ready character turnarounds, costume variations, weapon concepts, and environments that encompass everything from the gritty streets of Gotham City to the cosmic expanses of Oa.

Define Style and Tone: Translate complex design briefs and legendary comic lore into inspiring, functional 2D concept art that aligns with the established visual identity of DCUO.

Support the 3D Pipeline: Create detailed orthographic callouts, material guides, texture breakdowns, and lighting keys to provide clear, unambiguous direction for 3D character, environment, and VFX artists.

Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Designers and Animators to ensure that concepts meet gameplay mechanics, technical specifications, and engine performance constraints.

Mentor & Lead: Provide constructive feedback and artistic guidance to junior and mid-level artists on the team to foster creative growth and maintain visual quality across the board.

Marketing & UI Support: Create high-end promotional illustrations, loading screens, and visual assets for community and marketing updates when needed.

Requirements

Experience: 5+ years of professional experience as a Concept Artist or 2D Artist in the video game industry, with at least one shipped AAA or high-profile live-service title.

Comic Book Stylization: A deep understanding of anatomical proportions, dynamic posing, dramatic lighting, and graphic storytelling traditions inherent to superhero comic book art.

Technical Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in industry-standard software, including Adobe Photoshop and Procreate. Familiarity with 3D block-out pipelines (e.g., Blender, ZBrush) to aid 2D composition is a significant plus.

Adaptable Design Toolkit: Exceptional versatility across genresranging from hyper-tech sci-fi and supernatural magic to gritty urban environments and stylized creature design.

Strong Communication: Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate artistic choices and incorporate feedback from both internal leadership and external IP stakeholders.

Pluses

DC Lore Expert: A passionate, deep-seated knowledge of DC Comics characters, storylines, and artistic eras.

MMO Passion: Experience playing or developing live-service games, MMOs, or persistent online worlds.

UI/UX Familiarity: Experience designing vector graphic elements or stylized iconography for game menus and interfaces.

We invite you to get in the game with us and help us make exciting experiences!

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide ® , EverQuest ® , and Dungeons and Dragons Online ® , Daybreak creates, develops, and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Studios, Rogue Planet Gaming Studio, Dimensional Ink Games, and Standing Stone Games. To top it off, we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego, Austin, and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience! Find out more about our company at www.daybreakgames.com .

**Daybreak Game Company, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Diversity in the workplace.**