Lead Concept Artist

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site studio in Pretoria

Health insurance

Profit-sharing potential

Holidays and paid time off

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Concept Artist to guide the artistic direction of exciting new projects in Pretoria. You will establish and maintain the visual style and overall aesthetic of our games, translating abstract ideas into tangible and inspiring visual references.

In this role, you will lead a team of concept artists, collaborate with game designers and art directors, and ensure a cohesive, visually stunning final product for players in Pretoria.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Concept Artist in the gaming or entertainment industry, with a strong portfolio demonstrating versatility.
• Proven ability to lead and manage an art team.
• Expert proficiency in digital painting software such as Photoshop, Procreate, or similar.
• Strong understanding of form, color theory, composition, and perspective drawing; excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and champion the overall visual style and art direction for game projects.
• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and key visual moments.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of concept artists, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Collaborate effectively with game designers, 3D modelers, and art directors to ensure visual consistency.
• Develop and maintain art style guides and reference materials for the art department.

Skills

Leadership

Digital painting

Color theory

Composition

Perspective drawing

Communication

Tools

Photoshop

Procreate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Concept Artist to guide the artistic direction of their exciting new projects in Pretoria . You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the visual style and overall aesthetic of our games, translating abstract ideas into tangible and inspiring visual references. This pivotal role requires exceptional artistic talent, a deep understanding of visual storytelling, and strong leadership capabilities to manage a team of concept artists. You will work closely with game designers and art directors to define the look and feel of characters, environments, and props, ensuring a cohesive and visually stunning final product for players in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Define and champion the overall visual style and art direction for game projects.


• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and key visual moments.


• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of concept artists, providing constructive feedback and guidance.


• Collaborate effectively with game designers, 3D modelers, and art directors to ensure visual consistency.


• Develop and maintain art style guides and reference materials for the art department.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Concept Artist in the gaming or entertainment industry, with a strong portfolio demonstrating versatility and a unique artistic voice.


• Proven ability to lead and manage an art team.


• Expert proficiency in digital painting software such as Photoshop, Procreate, or similar.


• Strong understanding of form, color theory, composition, and perspective drawing . Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate artistic vision clearly.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for profit-sharing.


• On-site work in a state-of-the-art studio located in Pretoria.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous paid time off and company holidays.


• A collaborative and inspiring work environment focused on artistic innovation and growth.