Concept Artist: Dynamic Characters & Environments

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Paid time off

Professional development

Creative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Digital Artist to create captivating concept art for upcoming projects in Upington. You will visualize characters, environments, and key moments defining the artistic direction, collaborating with directors and the art team to bring visions to life.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio in entertainment, proficiency in Photoshop or Procreate, solid anatomy and color theory, and the ability to work under tight deadlines while communicating clearly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Concept Artist or Digital Artist in the entertainment industry.
• Proficiency in digital painting software such as Adobe Photoshop or Procreate.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, and composition.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a passion for visual storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality concept art, including character designs, environmental concepts, props, and storyboards.
• Collaborate closely with directors, art directors, and other stakeholders to interpret and visualize creative briefs.
• Develop and maintain a consistent artistic style across all concept art deliverables.
• Research and gather reference materials to inform and enhance the conceptualization process.
• Iterate on designs based on feedback, ensuring alignment with project vision and technical requirements.

Skills

Concept art

Digital painting

Visual storytelling

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Procreate

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a talented Digital Artist to create captivating concept art for upcoming projects in Upington. You will visualize characters, environments, and key moments defining the artistic direction, collaborating with directors and the art team to bring visions to life.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio in entertainment, proficiency in Photoshop or Procreate, solid anatomy and color theory, and the ability to work under tight deadlines while communicating clearly.