Senior Concept Artist (Environment Specialist)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a Senior Concept Artist specialized in environment design to establish the visual foundation of their game worlds. You will concept environments, props, and architecture, collaborating with art directors and 3D artists to translate narrative into compelling visuals.

This hybrid role blends remote creative work with essential on-site collaboration in Upington, with opportunities to mentor junior artists and influence the game's artistic direction

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Concept Artist, focusing on environments.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of perspective, composition, lighting, color theory and architecture.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Illustration, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality concept art for game environments, including landscapes, architecture, and props.
• Develop visual treatments, mood boards, and color palettes to establish the aesthetic direction.
• Collaborate with art directors to define visual style of the game worlds.
• Mentor junior concept artists and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in concept art and environmental design.
• Translate narrative and gameplay requirements into visually engaging environmental designs.
• Explore design options and present compelling visual solutions.
• Maintain a high level of artistic quality and consistency throughout the project.

Skills

Environment concepts

Art direction collaboration

Storytelling visuals

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

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 video games and a deep understanding of visual storytelling.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Illustration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in the **Upington, Northern Cape** creative community is an advantage.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Join a talented and passionate team dedicated to creating visually stunning games.
• Work on exciting projects with significant artistic impact.
• Contribute to the creative development of the **Upington, Northern Cape** region.
• Access to industry-standard tools and software.
• A collaborative and inspiring work environment.
• Generous paid time off and a focus on work-life balance.
• Relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates.
• This hybrid role offers flexibility for remote creative work alongside essential on-site collaboration.