Concept Artist
Virtuos
Montreal, QC, Canada
Job type: Permanent
Job Description
PLAY, GROW and WIN
To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator and aim at excellence.
At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make video games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004.
Virtuosi are a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for producing high-quality games. People who share the same enthusiasm in exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.
As a group, Virtuos has become a recognized leader in its field, has been growing faster than its peers have in recent years, and is pursuing an aggressive global expansion strategy. To this end, we are seeking an experienced Key Account Manager who can join our team and help pave the way towards our new goals.
About the Position-
- Create high-end concept art for visual development, ideation, layout/design sketches, and exploration. This may include (but is not limited to) environments, backgrounds, characters, props, and vehicles to various levels of polish and within varied time constraints.
- Create quick sketches and exploratory concepts to establish mood and style.
- Solve problems by proposing creative ideas and solutions.
- Interpret art briefs with ease and make meaningful contributions to the creation of key art content through all stages of the production cycle.
- Be open and receptive to art direction feedback, critique, and coaching.
- Adapt easily when faced with tight deadlines and quick iteration requests.
- Be motivated for continued learning in all skills that contribute to your growth as a key member of the team.
- Communicate efficiently (both verbal and written) and maintain strong collaboration within the team, both local and global.
Skills & Requirements
High level of creativity and problem-solving skills with an ability to adapt game design considerations into art assets for 3D production and a profound understanding of how to create a visual experience that goes hand-in-hand with game play.
Highly versatile with an ability to flexibly move between art styles with an understanding of best practices for reaching the visual target in a variety of project styles.
Strong technical aptitude in software packages such as Photoshop/Painter, Zbrush. Knowledge of how to employ 3D production techniques into a concept workflow, including both not limited to whiteboxing, polypainting and compositing.
A high proficiency in speed painting and producing iterative mockup designs, clarifying and over painting design changes.
Strong artistic aptitude in industrial design, life drawing, character- and environment painting backed up with a solid grasp on art fundamentals, functional design and stylization.
Highly organized individual with an eye for details, precision and a passion for leading and mentoring. Open to sharing techniques and workflow to enhance the process efficiency and quality of art assets.
An effective communicator capable of matching and assigning tasks to best fit individual skills and independently making sure that relevant measures are taken to maintain visual standards.
Proven experience of painting and designing for visual brands, maintaining visual coherency in concept work.
Self-motivated team player with the ability to prioritize and break down large orders into process-oriented tasks with emphasis on timely delivery schedules to accommodate our clients.
College / University degree in Art related field (including architecture and industrial design).
How to Apply
Please email your resume to dcheung@virtuosgames.com & nverma@virtuosgames.com
About the Company
Founded in 2004, Virtuos is a leading content production company specializing in video game development and 3D art production. With operations in Singapore, China, Vietnam, Canada, France, Japan, South Korea, Ireland and the United States, we are home to over 2,000 full-time professionals.
Virtuos is on a mission to shape the future of game creation, by sourcing the brightest global talent in art, engineering and game design, equipping them with industry-leading technologies, tools and technology, and empowering future game creators to collaborate with the best game companies globally.
Having worked with 18 of the top 20 entertainment companies across the globe, we continue to offer our art and co-development expertise to the biggest franchises in the world.