Senior Concept Artist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Creative, collaborative workplace

Generous paid time off

Exposure to diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks a Senior Concept Artist to shape visual direction for characters, environments, and props. You will collaborate with the art director to translate ideas into compelling concepts and support the aesthetic vision of diverse projects.

The ideal candidate brings a strong portfolio, mastery of digital painting tools, and a passion for visual storytelling. You will contribute to the look and feel while keeping up with industry trends.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Concept Artist with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Procreate, or similar.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, lighting, and composition.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A passion for visual storytelling and a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and mood pieces.
• Collaborate with art directors, designers, and game developers to establish visual direction and style.
• Develop detailed sketches, paintings, and mood boards to communicate artistic ideas effectively.
• Explore various creative solutions and present concepts for review and feedback.
• Ensure artwork aligns with project themes, narratives, and technical requirements.
• Stay current with industry trends in concept art and digital illustration.

Skills

Concept art

Character design

Environment design

Tools

Photoshop

Procreate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly imaginative and skilled Senior Concept Artist to join their established team in Kimberley . In this role, you will be instrumental in visualizing and defining the look and feel of characters, environments, and props for our exciting projects. You will work closely with the art director and other key stakeholders to bring creative visions to life, translating ideas into compelling visual concepts. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned artist to contribute significantly to the aesthetic direction of our productions.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and mood pieces.
• Collaborate with art directors, designers, and game developers to establish visual direction and style.
• Develop detailed sketches, paintings, and mood boards to communicate artistic ideas effectively.
• Explore various creative solutions and present concepts for review and feedback.
• Ensure artwork aligns with project themes, narratives, and technical requirements.
• Stay current with industry trends in concept art and digital illustration.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Concept Artist , with a strong portfolio demonstrating a range of styles and subjects.
• Proficiency in digital painting software such as Photoshop, Procreate, or similar.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, lighting, and composition.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A passion for visual storytelling and a keen eye for detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A creative and collaborative work environment in Kimberley .
• Generous paid time off.
• Exposure to diverse and exciting projects.