Senior Environment Concept Artist

Game Companies; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Mental health support

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

401K match

LSA stipend

Menstrual leave

Parent network

Flexible hours

Dog-friendly office

International environment

Casual dress code

Welcome pack

Job summary

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Senior Environment Concept Artist to join our Boston studio and help design Cyberpunk 2, the next major RPG in the Cyberpunk franchise. You will collaborate with Art Directors and a team of artists to establish the visual direction and world-building for the game.

This role requires at least 5 years as a concept artist in game development, with strong cyberpunk and sci-fi environment design skills. The position is in-office with hybrid/full-time options.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years experience as a Concept Artist in game development.
• In-depth knowledge of the Cyberpunk genre and RPGs with a passion for environment design.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to share creative ideas and concepts clearly and effectively.
• Exceptional creative and artistic skills, with a portfolio demonstrating expertise in realistic and sci-fi environment concept art, mood paintings, 3D environment designs, blockouts and paintovers, key-frames, and the ability to create fast ideation sketches such as storyboards.
• A solid background in traditional art such as industrial design, landscape painting or illustration with core foundational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of both 2d and 3d design software.
• Openness for constant feedback and sharing knowledge with other concept artists.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teams online in different time zones.

Responsibilities

• Create high quality, creative and original environment concept art.
• Work closely with directors to establish a clear vision and direction for the game.
• Collaborate and work as part of a team of artists, sharing information, ideas and knowledge to benefit the project as a whole.
• Participate in peer group feedback sessions regularly, attending reviews, receiving feedback and making iterations.
• Collaborate closely with other departments and teams to get the information and support needed to achieve goals and solve problems.
• Maintain the production pipeline and meet deadlines.

Skills

Concept art experience

Cyberpunk RPG env design

Communication skills

Creative/artistic skills

Traditional art background

2D/3D design software

Feedback collaboration

Time zone collaboration

Tools

2D design software

3D design software

Job description

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company's culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Game Development

• 5+ years
• 3D Art

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company's culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Environment Concept Artist to join our studio in Boston and help us develop Cyberpunk 2 - the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. As a Senior Environment Concept Artist, you’ll be a part of a team of talented artists, working in close collaboration with Art Directors to help establish the vision and visual direction for the game. If you are an experienced artist with a passion for world building and creating industry-leading RPGs, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Create high quality, creative and original environment concept art.
• Work closely with directors to establish a clear vision and direction for the game.
• Collaborate and work as part of a team of artists, sharing information, ideas and knowledge to benefit the project as a whole.
• Participate in peer group feedback sessions regularly, attending reviews, receiving feedback and making iterations.
• Collaborate closely with other departments and teams to get the information and support needed to achieve goals and solve problems.
• Maintain the production pipeline and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years experience as a Concept Artist in game development.
• In-depth knowledge of the Cyberpunk genre and RPGs with a passion for environment design.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to share creative ideas and concepts clearly and effectively.
• Exceptional creative and artistic skills, with a portfolio demonstrating expertise in realistic and sci-fi environment concept art, mood paintings, 3D environment designs, blockouts and paintovers, key-frames, and the ability to create fast ideation sketches such as storyboards.
• A solid background in traditional art such as industrial design, landscape painting or illustration with core foundational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of both 2d and 3d design software.
• Openness for constant feedback and sharing knowledge with other concept artists.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teams online in different time zones.

Additional Information

The application window for this position will close by 11/15/2026

This job requires working in Boston, US.

Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.

As part of our pre-employment process, candidates selected for this position will be required to complete a background check in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Health & Well-Being

• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
• Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.
• Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year
• 401K with employer matching.
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.
• Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents.
• Flexible working hours.

Perks & Professional Growth

• Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

This position is a replacement.

Estimated pay range for this position: $99,000 - $163,000 USD annually

At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.

Project: Cyberpunk 2