Contract Concept Artist (Staff) Job at Obsidian Entertainment in California

Obsidian Entertainment seeks a passionate and skilled Contract Staff Concept Artist to join our growing team of game developers.

The Concept Artist will collaborate witha team of like-minded and talentedcreativestoconceive ofinspiredcharacters, environments, props,and othergameplay elementsfor an unannounced project.

This position requires the ability to work hybrid 3 days a week at the Obsidian Entertainment office in Irvine, CA. The contract duration is 6 months, with potential for extension.

Responsibilities

Create inspired and exciting concepts of characters, environments, props, and events based on input from Art and Design leadership

Provide visual inspiration for the art team through reference gathering and concept work

Develop clear and well thought-through designs for asset artists to build upon

Actively participate in technical and aesthetic problem-solving discussions

Collaborate with outsourcing teams and provide artistic feedback to enhance their work

Requirements

3+ years of game development experience

Strongorganizationand communication skills

Demonstrated skillsusingPhotoshopas a concept artist

Strong foundational art skills and knowledge including,design,architecture,human and animal anatomy,composition,perspective, color theory,and lighting

• Receptive to art direction and critiques from project leadership and team members
• Only local applicants will be considered at this time

Pluses

Experience with any 3DDCC toolslikeMaya, 3dsMax, Blender, SketchUp, etc.

Background in Architecture, Photography or Cinematography, or Digital / Traditional Painting

A web portfolio that demonstratesskill inenvironment, character, creature, vehicle, weapon, andprop conceptdevelopment

User Interface concepts

Graphic icons

Graphic design examples

Obsidian Entertainment is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The estimated base pay range for this role is :

Please, no phone calls or drop-ins. We only accept electronic applications.

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