Remote Concept Artist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Work from anywhere

International remote team

Professional development

Artistic freedom

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Concept Artist to join a fully remote game development studio. You will craft character designs, environments, and props, collaborating with the art director and designers to set visual style and direction.

You’ll translate concepts into polished visuals and iterate on ideas with the team. You should have a strong portfolio, mastery of digital painting tools, and a solid grounding in anatomy, perspective, and color.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating character, environment, and prop concept art.
• Proficiency in digital painting software (Photoshop, Procreate, Painter).
• Solid understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, composition and lighting.

Responsibilities

• Develop original concept art for characters, environments, props, and key visuals for games and media.
• Collaborate with Art Director and design team to refine visual style and direction.
• Create detailed illustrations, sketches, mood boards, and presentation pieces.
• Translate ideas into clear visual representations based on briefs and discussions.
• Iterate on designs based on feedback from team and stakeholders.
• Maintain high artistic quality and consistency through the concept development process.
• Stay informed about current trends and best practices in concept art and game design.
• Manage project timelines and deliver assets on schedule in a remote setting.

Skills

Strong imagination

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts/Illustration/Game Design

Tools

Photoshop

Procreate

Painter

ZBrush

Blender

Maya

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a celebrated independent game development studio known for its unique artistic vision, is seeking a talented Remote Concept Artist to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for establishing the visual foundation and aesthetic direction of upcoming projects. You will be responsible for creating compelling character designs, environment concepts, and prop illustrations that bring imaginative worlds to life. Working in a remote-first environment, you will collaborate closely with game designers, art directors, and other artists to translate ideas into visually stunning concepts. We are looking for an artist with a strong imagination, excellent technical skills, and a proven ability to work autonomously. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the look and feel of groundbreaking entertainment experiences from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original concept art for characters, environments, props, and key visual elements for games and other media.
• Collaborate with the Art Director and game design team to define and refine the visual style and direction of projects.
• Create detailed illustrations, sketches, mood boards, and presentation pieces.
• Translate written or verbal ideas into clear and compelling visual representations.
• Iterate on designs based on feedback from team members and stakeholders.
• Maintain a high level of artistic quality and consistency throughout the concept development process.
• Stay informed about current trends and best practices in concept art and game design.
• Manage project timelines and deliver assets on schedule in a remote setting.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional character, environment, and prop concept art.
• Proficiency in digital painting software such as Photoshop, Procreate, or Painter.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, composition, and lighting.
• Ability to adapt to various artistic styles and project requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for effective remote teamwork.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines independently.
• Experience with 3D software (e.g., ZBrush, Blender, Maya) for concepting or reference is a plus.
• Degree in Fine Arts, Illustration, Game Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote role, commensurate with experience.
• Flexible work hours and the freedom to work from any location.
• Opportunity to work on creatively driven, innovative projects.
• Collaborative and supportive international remote team.
• Professional development opportunities and skill enhancement.
• Be part of a studio that values artistic expression and creativity.