Contract Concept Artist (Staff) Job at Obsidian Entertainment, Inc., Irvine, CA

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  • Obsidian Entertainment, Inc.
  • Irvine, CA

Job Description

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

The Concept Artist will collaborate with a team of like-minded and talented creatives to conceive of inspired characters, environments, props, and other gameplay elements for 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

Strong organization and communication skills 

Demonstrated skills using Photoshop as 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 3D DCC tools like Maya, 3dsMax, Blender, SketchUp, etc. 

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

Portfolio Requirements 

A web portfolio that demonstrates skill in environment, character, creature, vehicle, weapon, and prop concept development  

Portfolio Pluses 

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:

$50 - $65 per hour

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

Apply Now

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Work at office, Local area, 3 days per week,

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