Senior Character Concept Artist

FireForge is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Senior Character Concept Artist to join our Mission Viejo, CA office. The Senior Character Concept Artist sets the visual standard and style for our characters in our leading fantasy title. The Senior Character Concept Artist reports to the Art Director and works with Designers and other artists in a highly collaborative environment. This is a full-time salaried position. You must be legally able to work in the United States.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create highly-stylized character designs as well as concepts for abilities and special effects.
• Design original concepts within style guidelines from rough idea to final production art
• Assist in the extension of artistic techniques and processes that serve as underlying elements for visual style
• Complete work under reasonable deadlines

REQUIREMENTS

SKILLS

• Strong traditional fine art skills (illustration, painting, color theory, perspective, etc.)
• High level of proficiency with Photoshop and/or Painter
• Understanding of lighting, composition, atmosphere, materials and textures
• A firm understanding of designing characters with a unique silhouette and also from game view
• Ability to create art in a variety of styles
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Self motivated to achieve high quality work
• Work well under stressful conditions
• Fundamental knowledge in game development pipelines and procedures
• A portfolio showcasing talent in designing a wide breadth of fantasy characters

EXPERIENCE

• Experience with video game development
• Minimum 3 years experience in a character concept artist position
• Has played a variety of computer games with different artistic styles

EDUCATION: Art related degree and/or comparable professional experience

 PLUSES

• Understanding of 3D packages such as Max, Maya, or XSI
• A passion for playing video games
• Storyboarding experience
• Having shipped titles where your character concepts were a major contributing factor

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 

Click the link below to submit your cover letter and resume in text or MSFT Word format, and answer any additional questions. It is strongly advised to also include functional samples and/or portfolios.  Include your name and the position title in the subject line. No phone calls, drop-ins or physical mail. We only accept digital applications.