Stylized Character Concept Artist, Senior

We are looking for a Character Concept Artist to create, define, and ensure the quality of our art assets. As an artist at Room 8, you will be part of a team dedicated to achieving the highest possible standards. We are committed to raising the bar of excellence in the development of concept art for the best titles in the industry.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Character Concept Artist in the gaming industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing stylized work;
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and other relevant 2D digital art tools;
• Solid understanding of anatomy, form, color theory, and design principles;
• Strong artistic taste and ability to deliver high-quality concepts aligned with project requirements;
• Knowledge of concept development pipelines for 3D modeling and animation;
• Ability to maintain consistency within a defined art style and follow creative direction;
• Understanding of the art development process in game production;
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working in cross-functional teams;
• Strong self-management skills, with the ability to take ownership of tasks and meet deadlines;
• Intermediate+ English level (written and spoken) for seamless collaboration and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling and original stylized character concepts that align with the game’s visual direction, creative brief, and estimated timelines;
• Collaborate closely with Art Directors and partner production teams to design a wide variety of characters across different settings and visual styles;
• Support character development from ideation to final concept, ensuring designs are functional for 3D production and consistent with project goals;
• Coordinate with Managers and Project Leads to maintain high visual standards and contribute to the optimization of production pipelines;
• Implement feedback from both internal and external Art Leads in a timely and comprehensive manner, maintaining flexibility and adaptability throughout iterations.