About the role
Role Overview
As a Concept Artist at Snowprint, you will have a broad role with the opportunity to influence the visual direction of new game projects. The position involves working on character and outfit concepts, as well as contributing to props, items, environments, key art, and other visual elements needed to bring the game's world together. You will be part of a small team, working closely with the Art Director, other artists, designers, and developers.
Responsibilities
- Create concepts for characters and their outfits, moving from early ideas to detailed concepts and turnarounds.
- Ensure designs communicate clearly to the 3D team to facilitate modeling and implementation.
- Develop key art and title screens.
- Create concepts for props, items, and environments as needed.
- Collaborate with the Art Director and art team by sharing work early, discussing ideas, and responding to feedback.
- Adapt your style to the needs of the game and explore different visual approaches.
Requirements
- Professional Experience: You are an experienced Concept Artist with professional experience working on at least one released game. Experience with stylized, fantasy, or high-fidelity games is particularly relevant.
- Design Fundamentals: Strong understanding of character design including anatomy, proportions, clothing, poses, lighting, composition, mood, and surfaces. Ability to make designs feel visually interesting while maintaining clear function.
- Technical Understanding: Proficiency in the path from concept to 3D, including the creation of clear character turnarounds.
- Adaptability: Comfort working within an established art direction and adjusting style to project needs.
- Location: Must be based in Stockholm, Sweden. (Relocation support is not available).
Portfolio Requirements
- Strong character and creature appeal and design fundamentals.
- Dynamic and interesting character presentation.
- Work samples demonstrating confidence in human and animal anatomy.
- Strong understanding of light and material behavior.
- Clear character sheets for 3D artists.
Working Conditions
- Location: Stockholm studio in Södermalm.
- Hybrid Model: Employees work from the office on Tuesdays and Fridays to support collaboration. Other days may be worked from wherever you are most productive.
- Tools: The company provides the setup and tools needed to work comfortably.
- Language: English is the company language; applications must be in English.
Company Culture
Snowprint Studios values kindness, curiosity, collaboration, and a shared passion for making great games. The company fosters a supportive and inspiring environment that maintains a sustainable life-work balance. Snowprint is an international company with 70+ coworkers and embraces diversity in both the worlds they create and their workplace.