What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Concept Artist Job at Pocket Worlds in Austin position at Pocket Worlds?
Content Summary : Senior Concept Artist at Austin, for Pocket Worlds About Pocket Worlds :
At Pocket Worlds, we are building bleeding-edge technology that enables creators to develop the next generation of social experiences. Our flagship platform, Highrise, is where millions of people express themselves, engage in shared experiences, and create deep friendships. Over 40 million people have already joined the world of Highrise, and it's growing faster every day. Through Highrise, we are connecting the world through shared community created experiences and realizing the positive potential of the internet.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented and experienced Concept Artist to expand and develop the visual elements for our flagship platform, Highrise. In this role, you will be responsible for creating engaging and trend-forward concept artwork that resonates with our audience, while working closely with our Art Director, 2D artists, and cross-functional teams. You will be responsible for delivering mood boards and references, loose concepts and rendered designs for characters, clothing and accessories.
The ideal candidate will bring a passion for dynamic world-building and an affinity for fashion-forward design. You understand how to capture an audience's imagination through concept art that aligns with both gameplay needs and brand identity. If you're excited about pushing creative boundaries in a live game environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities :
- Collaborate with the Art Director to define the visual direction and style for features, events, and seasonal content.
- Create high-quality concept art for characters, clothing, environments, and props, emphasizing a fashion-forward aesthetic.
- Develop mood boards, style guides, and concept sheets to ensure cohesive design communication.
- Partner with 2D artists, 3D modelers, and cross-disciplinary teams to ensure accurate production of concepts.
- Contribute to brainstorming sessions, offering artistic solutions and creative input.
- Provide constructive feedback, mentor teammates as needed, and foster a collaborative team culture.
- Produce detailed sketches, renderings, and color studies to guide final art asset production.
- Coordinate with external vendors or outsourcing studios to maintain standards and timelines.
- Review, refine, and iterate on assets based on player feedback and stakeholder requests.
- Advocate for process improvements to enhance the concept pipeline's speed and quality.
- Utilize tools like Jira to prioritize tasks, track production, and meet deadlines.
- Communicate project status, potential obstacles, and solutions clearly and proactively.
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Benefits (Full Time Employees) :
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