Senior Concept Artist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Hybrid work

Professional development

Creative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Senior Concept Artist to shape the visual language of our projects in a hybrid role, blending in-office collaboration with remote work. You will create art for characters, environments and props, develop mood boards, and work closely with art directors, designers, and 3D teams.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years' experience and a strong portfolio. Join a passionate team in a vibrant Stellenbosch studio offering growth opportunities and a dynamic creative

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a Concept Artist in the gaming, film, or animation industry.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of high-quality concept art, demonstrating excellent drawing, painting, and design skills.
• Proficiency in industry-standard digital painting software such as Photoshop, Procreate, or similar.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, lighting, and composition.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, hybrid team environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate visual ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and key art.
• Develop visual styles and mood boards to establish the artistic direction of projects.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, game designers, and 3D teams to translate ideas into visual concepts.
• Iterate on designs based on feedback, ensuring alignment with project goals and technical constraints.
• Maintain a high level of artistic output and efficiency, meeting project deadlines.
• Mentor junior concept artists and contribute to the team's artistic growth.

Skills

Concept art

Character design

Environment design

Prop design

Anatomy & color theory

Team collaboration

Portfolio development

Tools

Photoshop

Procreate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly talented and imaginative Senior Concept Artist to join their creative hub in Stellenbosch. This hybrid position allows you to blend in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, contributing to the visual development of groundbreaking projects. You will be responsible for envisioning and illustrating key characters, environments, and props, setting the visual tone and style for our productions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned artist to make a significant impact, push creative boundaries, and work alongside a passionate team of developers and designers in a vibrant setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and key art.
• Develop visual styles and mood boards to establish the artistic direction of projects.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, game designers, and 3D teams to translate ideas into visual concepts.
• Iterate on designs based on feedback, ensuring alignment with project goals and technical constraints.
• Maintain a high level of artistic output and efficiency, meeting project deadlines.
• Mentor junior concept artists and contribute to the team's artistic growth.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a Concept Artist in the gaming, film, or animation industry.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of high-quality concept art, demonstrating excellent drawing, painting, and design skills.
• Proficiency in industry-standard digital painting software such as Photoshop, Procreate, or similar.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, lighting, and composition.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, hybrid team environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate visual ideas clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of remote flexibility and in-office synergy.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry events.
• A stimulating and supportive creative environment in Stellenbosch.