Job Title: Senior/Lead Character Concept Artist (Stylized)
Department: Art Design Dept. 1
Art Style: Stylized (Similar to Valorant, Fortnite, Overwatch)
Location: Singapore, Malaysia, North America. Remote work is acceptable.
Responsibilities:- Collaborate with Product Managers, Art Managers, and Directors to define and establish the character art style, developing character concept design templates and style guides.
- Work closely with 3D character artists, animators, and VFX artists to ensure the successful implementation of designs into the game.
- Utilize the game engine editor (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) to adjust and finalize the in-game look and feel of characters.
- Create high-quality character concept designs as part of the core design tasks.
- Review, critique, and provide clear feedback on character designs submitted by outsourcing partners/vendors, guiding them to meet quality and style standards.
- Mentor junior artists by creating training materials, sharing design experience, and fostering a collaborative and creative team environment.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 5+ years of experience in character concept art, with a portfolio showcasing high-quality stylized character designs.
- Proven experience leading design initiatives or a small team is highly preferred.
- Strong fundamental art skills, including a deep understanding of anatomy, form, color theory, and composition.
- Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to accurately interpret project needs and deliver high-quality results efficiently.
- A strong sense of responsibility, a high level of commitment, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively within a team to achieve shared goals.
- Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., Photoshop, ZBrush).
- A strong capacity for learning, with a proactive attitude toward researching and adopting new tools, techniques, and technologies.
- A genuine passion for gaming and a keen eye for player experience, actively contributing ideas to improve the game.
