Mob Entertainment · 2 days ago

Contract Mid Level 2D Concept Artist-Exteriors

United States

Contract

Remote

Mid Level

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Responsibilities

Create detailed concept art for a variety of exterior environments, from vast landscapes to intimate outdoor settings, that align with the game’s visual style and artistic direction.

Design unique natural and architectural elements, including foliage, terrain, rocks, and flora, to enrich the visual storytelling and atmosphere of each outdoor space.

Develop sketches, line art, and fully-rendered concepts that capture composition, lighting, mood, and scale to communicate the atmosphere and story of each environment.

Collaborate with level designers, environment artists, and other team members to ensure each exterior concept serves gameplay and narrative objectives.

Produce orthographic views, reference sheets, and detailed breakdowns to guide the 3D environment team in translating concepts into game-ready assets.

Explore variations in terrain, foliage types, and natural textures to create diverse and visually engaging landscapes.

Maintain consistency in style and quality across all environment concepts, iterating on designs based on feedback from the art director and other team members.

Qualification

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2D Concept ArtEnvironment DesignDigital PaintingPhotoshopSpatial DesignCompositionLightingProduction Environment3D Environment PipelineFeedback Integration

Required

Proven experience in 2D concept art with a focus on environment design, and a portfolio showcasing high-quality exterior environments.

Strong understanding of spatial design, perspective, composition, and lighting, with the ability to create immersive, visually compelling landscapes.

Proficiency in digital painting software such as Photoshop, with the ability to produce polished, detailed concepts.

Ability to work from a creative brief and integrate feedback effectively, adapting designs to meet project goals.

Experience working collaboratively within a production environment to ensure concepts align with gameplay and technical requirements.

Preferred

Experience designing stylized or imaginative exterior environments, particularly for games or animation.

Familiarity with the production pipeline for 3D environments and an understanding of how concept art guides asset creation.

Interest in crafting expansive, immersive worlds with the ability to create natural elements like foliage, terrain, and flora that feel grounded yet imaginative.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.