Concept Artist

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Certain Affinity, Inc. Full time

Would you like to work on some of the greatest franchises in gaming history? Certain Affinity brings an exceptionally talented group together to form the largest independent developer in Austin, Texas, and has also, in 2019, opened a second studio in Toronto, Canada. Our company culture reflects the vibrant nature of the cities we call home. This includes a commitment to our evolution, excellence, and work-life balance. Our Toronto studio will collaborate with our Austin location, and together we’ll be co-developing AAA FPS games and creating our compelling new IP.

Certain Affinity seeks a world-class concept artist to join our visual development team. Our concept artists will create game worlds, characters, objects, vehicles, furniture, clothing, and anything you can imagine.

As a Concept Artist, you will create content inspiring your team.

**Responsibilities**:

- Produce a wide range of highly creative environment, character, creature, and vehicular concept art.
- Quickly generate loose sketches based on the high-level direction while taking select ideas to final renders.
- Clearly and concisely explain your thought process as it relates to visual problem-solving.
- Work with the Art Director to help to define the thematic and stylistic direction.
- Share techniques and collaborate with other conceptual artists in the creative process.
- Use visual design and ideation to solve complex graphical, fictional, and gameplay problems.
- Create visual languages for new projects and embrace and enhance established style guides for existing franchises.
- Create and evangelize amazing imagery to inspire the development team and fuel promotional efforts.
- A desire to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
- Capable of consistently delivering quality assets under specific time constraints/deadlines.

**Requirements**:

- Fundamental illustration and rendering skills, including composition, perspective, form, color theory, use of detail, and surface texture
- Strong grasp of human anatomy and proportion, as well as architectural and engineered forms
- Seasoned drawing and conceptualization skills with a proven ability to adapt to established styles
- Excellent presentation skills
- Ability to communicate ideas quickly through iterative media like sketches and whiteboard diagrams, as well as having strong verbal and written communication skills
- A bias for visual development and game design challenges
- Open and collaborative, comfortable taking direction and critique
- Self-directed and organized with solid time management skills
- Portfolio showing off your work
- Excellent comprehension of how art enhances gameplay and the ability to articulate this to artists and team members

Extra Credit
- Blender, 3DS Max, Maya, Zbrush, or similar 3d tools
- Graphic design, iconography, and layout skills
- Experience in FPS and/or 3rd person action-adventure game development

Certain Affinity is authorized to do business in many, but not all, of the states in the US and the Canadian provinces. If you are not located in or able to work from a state where Certain Affinity is registered, you may not be eligible for employment as a fully remote employee. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more about where we are registered.

  • Concept Artist

    2 days ago

    Toronto, Canada Secret Location Full time

    **Who are we?** Secret Location is a growing company with a vision to create unforgettable experiences that take you to unexpected places through large-scale technology-driven immersive entertainment experiences that cater to all demographics. As a business, our goal is to produce, license and distribute immersive attractions to venues around the world! As...

  • Bitmoji 3D Artist

    5 days ago

    Toronto, Canada Snapchat Full time

    Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat , a visual messaging app...

  • Lead Artist

    2 days ago

    Toronto, Canada Rovio Full time

    At Rovio Toronto we are a small (and mighty!) team of passionate gamers. We have a knack for working with high profile brands and taking them to new heights in highly enjoyable and fresh games. Our current focus is mobile with aspirations to explore other platforms in the mid/long term as we recognize new opportunities in our constantly evolving market. Our...

  • Senior 3D Artist

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada QOO Studio Full time

    Are you a highly skilled 3D artist with a passion for crafting immersive visual experiences? We're seeking a Senior Artist to join our team and take on a pivotal role in driving the quality and creativity of our projects to new heights. If you have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of 3D rendering techniques, and a knack for leadership, we want to hear from...

  • Senior 3D Artist

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada QOO Studio Full time

    Are you a highly skilled 3D artist with a passion for crafting immersive visual experiences? We're seeking a Senior Artist to join our team and take on a pivotal role in driving the quality and creativity of our projects to new heights. If you have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of 3D rendering techniques, and a knack for leadership, we want to hear from...

  • Senior 3D Artist

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada QOO Studio Full time

    Are you a highly skilled 3D artist with a passion for crafting immersive visual experiences? We're seeking a Senior Artist to join our team and take on a pivotal role in driving the quality and creativity of our projects to new heights. If you have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of 3D rendering techniques, and a knack for leadership, we want to hear from...

  • Senior 3D Artist

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada QOO Studio Full time

    Are you a highly skilled 3D artist with a passion for crafting immersive visual experiences? We're seeking a Senior Artist to join our team and take on a pivotal role in driving the quality and creativity of our projects to new heights. If you have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of 3D rendering techniques, and a knack for leadership, we want to hear from...

  • Senior 3D Artist

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada QOO Studio Full time

    Are you a highly skilled 3D artist with a passion for crafting immersive visual experiences? We're seeking a Senior Artist to join our team and take on a pivotal role in driving the quality and creativity of our projects to new heights. If you have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of 3D rendering techniques, and a knack for leadership, we want to hear from...

  • Senior 3D Artist

    Found in: Whatjobs CA C2 - 2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada QOO Studio Full time

    Are you a highly skilled 3D artist with a passion for crafting immersive visual experiences? We're seeking a Senior Artist to join our team and take on a pivotal role in driving the quality and creativity of our projects to new heights. If you have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of 3D rendering techniques, and a knack for leadership, we want to hear from...

  • Senior 3D Artist

    Found in: Appcast CA C2 Glassdoor - 2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada QOO Studio Full time

    Are you a highly skilled 3D artist with a passion for crafting immersive visual experiences? We're seeking a Senior Artist to join our team and take on a pivotal role in driving the quality and creativity of our projects to new heights. If you have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of 3D rendering techniques, and a knack for leadership, we want to hear from...

  • Senior 3D Artist

    Found in: Appcast CA A2 P - 2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada QOO Studio Full time

    Are you a highly skilled 3D artist with a passion for crafting immersive visual experiences? We're seeking a Senior Artist to join our team and take on a pivotal role in driving the quality and creativity of our projects to new heights. If you have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of 3D rendering techniques, and a knack for leadership, we want to hear from...

  • Senior 3D Artist

    Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 2 weeks ago

    Toronto, ON, Canada QOO Studio Full time

    Are you a highly skilled 3D artist with a passion for crafting immersive visual experiences? We're seeking a Senior Artist to join our team and take on a pivotal role in driving the quality and creativity of our projects to new heights. If you have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of 3D rendering techniques, and a knack for leadership, we want to hear...

  • Vr Artist

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada Metaverse Mind Lab Inc Full time

    Society is about to begin moving into the Metaverse. As we build it - the infrastructure that coordinates us, the rules that govern us, and the avatars that represent us - we lay the **foundation for a new civilization**. Join us on the journey to bring humanity into this new phase of our existence. Our mission at **Metaverse Mind Lab (MVML)** is to...

  • Artiste Sénior

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada Jam City Full time

    As a leading mobile games developer, Jam City is looking to “level up” our talent for our talent team in Toronto. We’re on the hunt for innovators who consider themselves dynamic, collaborative and thrive in a fast-paced environment. PERKS & BENEFITS Unlimited Vacation*Employer Paid Benefits*Additional Flex Healthcare Spending*Parental leave and Kin...

  • Creative Studio Production Artist

    4 days ago

    Toronto, Canada the turn lab Full time

    We are looking for a **Creative Studio Production Artist** who can use their creative and technical skills to bring creative concepts to life. **_ One part consultancy. One part ad agency. One part technology company_**_._ We are a marketing and technology lab - leveraging curiosity, data-driven insights, and 25 years of market expertise to pinpoint and...

  • Fine Artist

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada PI Creative Art Full time

    PI is proudly Canadian and celebrating over 45 years in business, serving the retail, commercial and hospitality industries. We are one of the largest vertically integrated art companies in North America, specializing in art, wallcovering, mirrors, and alternative wall décor.Reporting to the PICA Art Director, this position will work under general...

  • Art Director Brand and Creative Marketing

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada Paralucent Full time

    We are seeking a visionary and experienced Art Director with a strong background in brand and creative marketing to lead our artistic endeavors. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of artistic flair, strategic thinking, and technical understanding, overseeing the visual aspects of projects from conception to completion. This role requires a...

  • Marketing Art Director

    Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 4 days ago

    Toronto, ON, Canada Paralucent Inc Full time

    We are seeking a visionary and experienced Art Director with a strong background in brand and creative marketing to lead our artistic endeavors. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of artistic flair, strategic thinking, and technical understanding, overseeing the visual aspects of projects from conception to completion. This role requires a...

  • Art Director

    Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 4 days ago

    Toronto, ON, Canada Paralucent Inc Full time

    We are seeking a visionary and experienced Art Director with a strong background in brand and creative marketing to lead our artistic endeavors. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of artistic flair, strategic thinking, and technical understanding, overseeing the visual aspects of projects from conception to completion. This role requires a...

  • Junior Game Artist

    2 days ago

    Toronto, Canada MLSE Full time

    Company Description At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of...