Riot Games
Principal Concept Artist (Characters) - Unpublished R&D Product
Riot Games - Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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As a
Character Concept Artist
at
Riot , you will bring characters and creatures to life. Drawing inspiration from as little as a napkin sketch or as much as a full narrative concept, you will generate ideas and craft designs that are resonant, compelling, and iconic. As a problem solver, your primary role will be to develop visual solutions for game concepts.
As a
Principal Character Concept Artist
on the
Unpublished R&D Product
team, you’ll be responsible for designing characters that fit the game's thematics and tone, helping to define a unique interpretation of the IP that aligns with our genre and gameplay needs. You will partner with the Art Director and character art leaders, working across disciplines to shape the visual identity of new characters. Collaboration with designers, writers, and producers will be essential to bring these characters to life through story-driven design.
Responsibilities:
Ideate and create highly varied character concepts
Express character and story through your designs
Explore creative solutions to establish a unique visual identity for the characters in the game
Craft detailed concept art for 3D artists and outsourcing
Work with game designers to understand and fulfill gameplay needs
Collaborate with team artists by providing and receiving creative feedback and setting clear goals
Work closely with the Art Director to define new styles and tones in the IP
Discover and incorporate interesting trends and non-traditional references
Continuously deliver concept assets that meet project requirements
Guide and mentor junior team members
Required Qualifications:
10+ years of concept design experience in gaming or equivalent industry
5+ years of professional experience with Photoshop or similar software
Experience in a Principal or Lead role involving style establishment or vision setting
Desired Qualifications:
Experience shipping at least one AAA game
Experience working on a highly recognizable stylized game
Experience in pre-production for a game
Experience creating character concepts, especially in Fantasy
Familiarity with Riot’s IPs
When applying, please include a portfolio showcasing high-quality, stylized concept art.
Our Perks: Riot emphasizes work/life balance with flexible schedules, comprehensive insurance, parental leave, 401k matching, and more. We foster a culture of diversity and inclusion, guided by our values of teamwork and respect, aiming to build the most inclusive company in gaming.
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Our policies adhere to applicable laws, and we consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with legal standards.
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Character Concept Artist
at
Riot , you will bring characters and creatures to life. Drawing inspiration from as little as a napkin sketch or as much as a full narrative concept, you will generate ideas and craft designs that are resonant, compelling, and iconic. As a problem solver, your primary role will be to develop visual solutions for game concepts.
As a
Principal Character Concept Artist
on the
Unpublished R&D Product
team, you’ll be responsible for designing characters that fit the game's thematics and tone, helping to define a unique interpretation of the IP that aligns with our genre and gameplay needs. You will partner with the Art Director and character art leaders, working across disciplines to shape the visual identity of new characters. Collaboration with designers, writers, and producers will be essential to bring these characters to life through story-driven design.
Responsibilities:
Ideate and create highly varied character concepts
Express character and story through your designs
Explore creative solutions to establish a unique visual identity for the characters in the game
Craft detailed concept art for 3D artists and outsourcing
Work with game designers to understand and fulfill gameplay needs
Collaborate with team artists by providing and receiving creative feedback and setting clear goals
Work closely with the Art Director to define new styles and tones in the IP
Discover and incorporate interesting trends and non-traditional references
Continuously deliver concept assets that meet project requirements
Guide and mentor junior team members
Required Qualifications:
10+ years of concept design experience in gaming or equivalent industry
5+ years of professional experience with Photoshop or similar software
Experience in a Principal or Lead role involving style establishment or vision setting
Desired Qualifications:
Experience shipping at least one AAA game
Experience working on a highly recognizable stylized game
Experience in pre-production for a game
Experience creating character concepts, especially in Fantasy
Familiarity with Riot’s IPs
When applying, please include a portfolio showcasing high-quality, stylized concept art.
Our Perks: Riot emphasizes work/life balance with flexible schedules, comprehensive insurance, parental leave, 401k matching, and more. We foster a culture of diversity and inclusion, guided by our values of teamwork and respect, aiming to build the most inclusive company in gaming.
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Our policies adhere to applicable laws, and we consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with legal standards.
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