About this role
About the Role Amber’s Creative Core is seeking a passionate Concept Artist or Illustrator to join our project pitch team. You will create 2D visuals and concept art aligned with the project’s artistic and technical direction to fascinate, intrigue, and inform internal and external clients. This role operates in a fast-paced, iterative environment and covers characters, environments, objects, vehicles, and gameplay screens.
What You'll Do
- Create 2D illustrations and concept art in line with the project's artistic and technical direction
- Work on subjects including but not limited to characters, environments, game objects, vehicles, gameplay screens
- Understand gameplay constraints on visual design
- Self-plan and time-estimate your work
- Proficiently communicate with team members (Game Designers, Graphic Artists, Art Directors) and other stakeholders
- Use traditional and digital approaches to create designs in 2D through drawing and painting
- Be confident using a variety of software and art technologies (e.g. Photoshop, Maya, Painter)
- Efficiently interpret briefs; respond positively to client feedback and refine work accordingly
- Research topics and collect reference and ideas to use in your designs
- Meet strict deadlines
What We're Looking For
- Fine and commercial art training in illustration including color theory, composition, art history, life drawing, character design, speed painting, sculpture, photography, industrial design, fashion, theater
- Experience in doing illustration and/or concept art
- 2D skills – Art tools like Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, Procreate, etc.
- Previous experience working in the gaming industry as a concept or production artist
- 3D modeling, texturing, animation, architectural skills a plus
- Motion Graphics and video edit skills a plus
- Proficiency in communicating ideas and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams
Nice to Have
- 3D modeling, texturing, animation, architectural skills are a plus
- Motion graphics and video editing skills are a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive project-based compensation
- Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse projects
- Clear communication and support throughout the project duration
- Flexibility in project timelines and deadlines
- Potential for long-term collaboration on future projects
- Transparent and fair evaluation of your work