Character Concept Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)

Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the video game industry, with over 40 studios in 15 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.

Our industry-leading services include codev, art production, localization, audio production, quality assurance, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets.

Help us bring stories to the world. Join Side's global team of passionate gamers and contribute to top-notch game development. Discover opportunities in Asia, North America, South America, Europe, and beyond.

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About This Opportunity

Please note, this listing is not for an immediate open position but for our Talent Pool for Co-Development Roles. By applying, you express interest in being considered for future project-based opportunities that align with your skills and experience.

These opportunities are contingent on client needs and project availability. As projects are initiated or client proposals are developed, we will review candidates from this pool and contact those who most closely align with the specific requirements of the co-development opportunity.

How We Keep You Engaged

We maintain strong relationships with our talent pool by providing regular updates, industry insights, and information on upcoming opportunities. We will check in to confirm your availability and interest.

Our hiring teams carefully vet and select top candidates who best meet project needs, ensuring that you are matched with the right opportunity when it becomes available.

Next Steps

If you are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge projects and want to be considered for future co-development opportunities, we encourage you to apply to this listing. While there may not be an immediate opening, your application ensures that you will be part of our ongoing talent review for upcoming roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed and visually striking character concept art, including clothing, accessories, and other character elements.
• Collaborate closely with art leads, 3D artists, and game designers to ensure character designs align with the project’s creative vision and gameplay requirements.
• Generate character designs across a variety of styles, from realistic to stylized, depending on the project needs.
• Develop iterations of character concepts, providing a range of options and exploring unique visual ideas.
• Maintain consistency and quality in design, ensuring characters fit cohesively into the game’s world.
• Provide detailed callouts and reference materials for 3D artists and animators to guide asset production.
• Participate in regular feedback sessions, iterating on designs based on team and client input.

Requirements

Experience :

Technical Skills :

Creative and Collaborative Skills :

Passion for Gaming : Genuine enthusiasm for character design in video games and an understanding of how design choices impact gameplay and storytelling.

Preferred Skills

Note : Specific requirements may vary depending on project needs.