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# Concept Artist

- **Company:** Obsidian Entertainment, Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $133,120.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Autodesk 3DS Max (3D Graphics Software), Human-Computer Interaction, Maya, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Color Theory
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** http://obsidian.applytojob.com/apply/gCQoTttJjV/Senior-Concept-Artist-Contract?source=BuiltInNationwide

## About the Role

* 6+ years of game development experience
 * Strong organization and communication skills
 * Demonstrated skills using Photoshop as a concept artist
 * Strong foundational art skills and knowledge including, design, architecture, human and animal anatomy, composition, perspective, color theory, and lighting
 * Receptive to art direction and critiques from project leadership and team members

Pluses

 * Experience with any 3D DCC tools like Maya, 3dsMax, Blender, SketchUp, etc.
 * Background in Architecture, Photography or Cinematography, or Digital / Traditional Painting

Portfolio Requirements

 * A web portfolio that demonstrates skill in environment, character, creature, vehicle, weapon, and prop concept development

Portfolio Pluses

 * User Interface concepts
 * Graphic icons
 * Graphic design examples

## Description

* Create inspired and exciting concepts of characters, environments, props, and events based on input from Art and Design leadership
 * Provide visual inspiration for the art team through reference gathering and concept work
 * Develop clear and well thought-through designs for asset artists to build upon
 * Actively participate in technical and aesthetic problem-solving discussions
 * Collaborate with outsourcing teams and provide artistic feedback to enhance their work


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