Senior Concept Artist: Aaa Game Worlds & Characters

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Concept Artist specializing in environment design for a renowned game studio in Upington, Northern Cape. Shape the visual foundation of immersive worlds, mentor junior artists, and collaborate with art directors, 3D artists, and designers to translate narrative and gameplay into compelling environments.

Applicants should have 5+ years of experience, a strong portfolio, and expert Photoshop skills; familiarity with SketchUp or Blender is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Concept Artist with a focus on environments
• Expert proficiency in digital painting with Photoshop
• Strong understanding of perspective, composition, lighting, color theory and architecture
• Ability to create detailed and believable world-building elements
• Familiarity with 3D concepting tools is a plus

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality concept art for game environments including landscapes, architecture, and props
• Develop visual treatments, mood boards, and color palettes to set the aesthetic direction
• Collaborate with art directors to define and refine the visual style of game worlds
• Provide clear visual guidance to 3D artists for asset creation
• Translate narrative and gameplay requirements into engaging environmental designs
• Mentor junior concept artists and participate in team critiques

Skills

Environment concept art

Adobe Photoshop

Perspective & composition

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Tools

SketchUp

Blender

Job description

About the Role Our client, an acclaimed game development studio situated in the unique landscape of Upington, Northern Cape, is seeking a talented Senior Concept Artist with a specialization in environment design. This role is critical for establishing the visual foundation and aesthetic direction of our client's game worlds. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and illustrating environments, props, and architectural elements that define the game's overall look and feel. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional artistic skills, a strong understanding of composition, color theory, and architectural design, along with the ability to translate narrative and gameplay requirements into compelling visual concepts. You will collaborate closely with art directors, 3D artists, and level designers to ensure the vision is realized across all aspects of the game. This is a remarkable opportunity to contribute to visually groundbreaking projects and to influence the artistic direction of interactive entertainment from the heart of Upington, Northern Cape. You will be a key contributor to creating immersive and believable worlds that captivate players. The studio prides itself on a culture of creativity and artistic innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality concept art for game environments, including landscapes, architecture, and props.
• Develop detailed visual treatments, mood boards, and color palettes to establish the aesthetic direction.
• Collaborate with art directors to define and refine the visual style of the game worlds.
• Work closely with 3D artists to provide clear visual guidance and ensure accurate asset creation.
• Translate narrative and gameplay requirements into visually engaging environmental designs.
• Explore various design options and present compelling visual solutions.
• Maintain a high level of artistic quality and consistency throughout the project.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in concept art and environmental design.
• Mentor junior concept artists and provide constructive feedback.
• Participate in team critiques and contribute to a collaborative art environment.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional environment concept art for games or similar media.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Concept Artist, with a focus on environments.
• Expert proficiency in digital painting software such as Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of perspective, composition, lighting, color theory, and architectural principles.
• Ability to create detailed and believable world-building elements.
• Familiarity with 3D concepting tools (e.g., SketchUp, Blender) is a plus.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and receive feedback.
• Passion for