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Character Concept Artist

1 month ago

Toronto ON, Canada Secret Location Full time

Position: Concept Artist / Digital Painter - Characters Reports to: Creative Director and Producer
Short term contract (4-6 months)
Immediately

As a business, our goal is to produce, license and distribute immersive attractions to venues around the world As humans, our mission is to allow people to cross the threshold from reality into fantasy, through the magic of cutting-edge immersive technologies, and engage in an experience that feels otherworldly. 

What is the project?
Achilles (Greek), Great Race (China), SkyWoman (Indigenous Canada), Oshun (Nigeria) and Brynhild (Norse). There are over 50 characters in this anthology and we plan to utilize a simplified 2D animation style combined with an art style that aligns with the culture the story is from. We are looking for Character Concept Artists / Digital Painters who can design the characters as well create production art (but don’t worry, you won’t need to animate them yourself).


Create various 2D concepts for characters and creatures taking into consideration their roles, personalities, and storytelling needs as well as taking direction from the Creative Director
Comfortable creating characters using different art styles (e.g., Greek Amphora, Chinese Woodblock, Indigenous Woodland Art etc)
Ability to create production art/assets (Note, this role will be responsible for character design as well as creating the characters that will be seen in the final production. Work closely with the After Effects animation team to support believable character motions
Ensure that all delivered assets are on-style based on the direction from the Creative Director and meet technical requirements set by the development team
Make adjustments based on feedback from the Creative Director
Work with Production on planning and scope to meet deadlines in a timely fashion


A portfolio demonstrating your proficiency in character art. Experience with virtual experiences, video games, or related media is highly desirable
Experience creating 2D concepts and production assets for both human and fantastical characters
Ability to create characters utilizing different art styles 
At Secret Location, we celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, status as a veteran or basis of disability.

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