Sr Concept Artist (Characters)
Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. - Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079![Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
Work at Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.
Overview
- Apply
Overview
Santa Monica Studio is seeking a Senior Character Concept Artist for the development of a new unannounced title! Santa Monica Studio is looking for an experienced concept artist to help us visualize dynamic and believable characters that set the bar for creativity and complexity on the PlayStation console. Do you want to contribute to the artistic vision, working with art teams to establish the tone of the game, and bring it to life? As a member of the world-class character team, you must effectively collaborate with the Art Director, Game Director, and Art Leads to develop concepts for our cast that are visually spectacular and engaging while also working with a wide range of development team members to ensure technical feasibility. Help us craft unique visuals that define our industry!Responsibilities
Design characters, creatures, props, production callouts, high vision concept art, color scripts, marketing material and other visual guides and tasks as needed to assist the development teamCombine the goals of game design, art direction, and technological considerations to help build industry defining charactersResearch and initiate information gathering of pertinent subject matter to your taskDevelop and maintain strong creative and collaborative partnerships across subject areas to help further develop the in-game characters, visual language, and rule sets for fantasy-based worldsSolve complex artistic development issues for artists as well as other team membersActively improve your skills and maintain an awareness of industry techniques, tools, evaluate competitive products, learning new software packages and traditional art methodsServe as an artistic resource for overall product or as a studio resource. This includes, but is not limited to conducting general research, developing ground-breaking techniques, or testing new systems and toolsRequirements
Strong command of foundation art skills (drawing, painting and rendering, material indication, perspective, composition, color theory, design, anatomy and 2d and 3d design techniques)Strong anatomy/creature skills with the ability to design and render realistic believable fantasy based creatures and characters using contemporary industry standard tools and techniquesStrong ideation, brainstorming and documentation skillsProficiency in Photoshop with an emphasis on drawing, painting and image makingStrong time management and prioritization skills. This entails collaborating with the Production group to coordinate task lists to ensure assignments are progressing well according to schedules, objectives, and overall project goalsFamiliarity with video game product development and the fundamentals of 3D packagesGood communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsBachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts or relevant curriculum or equivalent skillsetPreferred Experience
Minimum 3 years of AAA video game platform experience with two or more published titles3D modeling and sculpting skills#LI-SMS
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.#LI-MC1
Please refer to ourCandidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click
here
to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$115,900 - $173,900 USDEqual Opportunity Statement:Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfAccepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfWhat is your current title? *What is your current company? *LinkedIn ProfileWebsite/Portfolio/Reel Password (if applicable)Have you ever worked for a Sony company previously? * Select...Are you authorized to work in the United States? * Select...Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the United States? * Select...Will you need relocation assistance to work at this role's specified location? * Select...Are you related to, or in a close personal relationship with, anyone who currently works for SIE or any SIE-affiliated studios? (This includes spouses, domestic partners, and significant others.) * Select...If yes, please state their name, the department or studio they work for, and their job title (if you know it).By selecting "Yes", I am certifying that, to the best of my knowledge, the information I have provided in this employment application is true and correct. * Select...US Voluntary Demographic Question
Voluntary Self-IdentificationOur vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where they can grow, and ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported so we can push the boundaries of play. That vision begins our candidates, and we are working to better understand the diversity of our candidate population.
This data will also be aggregated and sent to the government for reporting purposes. Please know that the completion of this form is entirely voluntary. Your personally identifiable information (name, address, etc) will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you choose to provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for XX time.Protected VeteranYou are a “protected veteran” under United States law if any of the following apply to you:Disabled Veteran: a veteran of the U.S. military who is entitled to compensation (or who would be entitled to compensation if not for the receipt of military retired pay) under the administration of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and/or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.Recently Separated Veteran: a veteran who has discharged or released from active duty in the U.S. military within the last three years.Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran: a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, participated in a U.S. military operation for which an Armed Forces Service Medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.DisabilityUnder U.S. law, you are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition.Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and will not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions, nor will it be shared with our accommodations team . Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past.
#J-18808-Ljbffr