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  • Senior Concept Artist, DMO - #44156 Back
    Division/Studio: Vigil Games (Austin, TX)
    Employment Status: Full Time - Benefits
    Relocation Eligible: No
    About Vigil Games:
    Vigil Games was founded in 2005 by world renowned comic artist Joe Madureira and video game industry veteran David Adams. In 2006, we became a member of the THQ family. Vigil's recent release, Darksiders, available on current generation console systems, has achieved both critical acclaim and solid retail sales. The studio facility is located in the beautiful hills of Austin, TX. While always striving to be a world class game development house, Vigil also provides an exciting, fun, and creative work atmosphere.As part of the THQ family of studios, Vigil offers a very competitive compensation package that includes bonuses, stock options, health insurance, 401k, educational assistance, and much more.
    Job Description:
    We are looking for an experienced Concept Artist with an emphasis on Environments to develop concept work that defines the overall look and art style for our game worlds in Dark Millennium Online. The Senior Concept Artist will work closely with the Studio Creative Director and Art Director to realize the visual style of the game and help ensure that the concepts are fully realized in the final assets.
    Core Responsibilities

    Work closely with Project Leads to develop Environment concept artwork that defines the overall look and art style for the game

    Create outstanding concept art for various areas of the game

    Problem solve design issues as they apply to any aspect of concept art

    Meet project deadlines / milestones as set by project leads and the production department

    Skills & Qualifications

    Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in gaming industry

    Must be able to rapidly illustrate concepts based on verbal and written directives

    Ability to adapt stylistically to different design genres

    Must be receptive to art direction and perform well within a collaborative team environment

    Must be responsive to deadlines and work well under pressure  

    Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

    A portfolio demonstrating outstanding drawing and fine art skills

    Experience with Environment and Vista Painting

    Pluses

     Shipped AAA PC or console titles

    Strong foundation in at least one of the traditional arts, sculpting, drawing or painting

    Passionate gamer with experience playing a wide range of games


    Respond to the Job post by sending an email to jobs@vigilgames.com to apply for this position!