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Who we are:
Deck13 Interactive GmbH founded in 2001 is one of the leading game video developers in Germany in the heart of Frankfurt. In 2020 Deck13 was acquired by PulluP Entertainment one of Europes leading video game publishers.
Deck13 is a leading PC and console video game development studio renowned for its highquality immersive gaming experiences. With a dedicated team of around 100 talented professionals we strive to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation in the gaming industry. We are committed to delivering unforgettable gaming experiences such as Lords of the Fallen (2014) The Surge The Surge 2 and Atlas Fallen that captivate players around the world.
To continue our success story we are now looking for you to join our team as our new Lead Concept Artist (m/w/d).
Responsibilities:
Art Direction and Style:
Explore define and maintain the artistic style and visual direction for the game
Create concept art for characters environments props and key visual elements as well as reference and mood boards
Collaborate closely with the Art Director and Creative Director to ensure consistency with the vision
Team Leadership:
Lead and mentor a team of concept artists
Set artistic standards provide constructive feedback and inspire creativity
Foster a collaborative and positive work environment
Actively identify new areas for team learning and take advantage of opportunities to develop the team
Conceptualization and Ideation:
Translate written and discussed descriptions into compelling visual concepts
Generate initial ideas and sketches based on design briefs
Iterate on designs considering gameplay narrative and technical constraints based on feedback from stakeholders
Collaboration with Other Disciplines:
Work closely with 3D artists animators VFX artists and designers
Communicate the vision to the team ensuring alignment across all departments
Experience Innovation and Iteration:
Apply industry knowledge as well as new tools and workflows to concept development
Deep dive into new topics and be eager to learn
Ensure that concept art translates well into game content
Project Management:
Plan and prioritize concept art tasks
Collaborate with producers and project managers to meet deadlines
Manage resources efficiently
Oversee external work to ensure
Project Management:
Plan and prioritize concept art tasks
Collaborate with producers and project managers to meet deadlines
Manage resources efficiently
Oversee external work to ensure
Quality Control and Finalization:
Review and approve final concept art
Ensure that the art team adheres to the established style guide
Contribute to marketing materials and promotional art
Skills and Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Senior Concept Artist in the gaming industry
At least 1 year in a leadership or Lead Artist role
Shipped games: Experience working on games that have been released
Artistic Excellence: Superior eye for composition values mood management via light and color to be applied in digital concept art
Software Skills: Proficient in industrystandard software (e.g. Photoshop)
Creativity: Proven excellent problem solving skills and ability to produce lots of different ideas
Adaptability: Ability to adapt to different art styles and genres if the need arises
Communication: Excellent verbal and visual communication skills; Good command of English language
Bonus Points:
Supporting Software: Routine experience in standard 3D tools (Blender 3DSMax MAYA ZBrush etc.)
Extended Artistic Passion: Knowledge of anatomy architecture industrial design etc.
Game Engines: Experience with Unreal Engine
Support Software: Familiarity with bug tracking software (JIRA) and versioning systems (Perforce)
Passion for Gaming: A deep love for video games and an understanding of player experiences
What you can expect from us:
We want to put our employees at the core of everything we do. This means creating the conditions that allow our employees to feel understood and valued while also being empowered and supported to do exceptional work in service of creating the best games.
To achieve this we offer:
Full Time