Concept Artist Intern (Game Art)

TL;DR

Concept Artist Intern (Game Art): Develop visual concepts and illustrations for characters, environments, and props, aligning with the game's artistic vision and style. Focus on iterating designs based on team feedback and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality concept art, while supporting the 3D modeling team with paint-over guidance.

Location: Must be physically located in Ontario, Canada

Salary: $18/hour

Company

hirify.global is an independent game development studio based in Toronto, Canada, known for creating unique, challenging, and fun gaming experiences.

What you will do

• Develop visual concepts and illustrations for characters, environments, props, and other in-game assets.
• Create high-quality, visually engaging 2D concept art that aligns with the game's overall artistic vision and style.
• Iterate ideas and designs based on feedback from the team to achieve the best possible results.
• Participate in brainstorming and concept development sessions, contributing fresh ideas and innovative approaches.
• Ensure that all concept art is delivered on time and meets the project's quality standards.
• Work closely with the 3D modeling team to provide paint-over guidance and support during the asset creation process.

Requirements

• A portfolio showcasing proficiency in creating high-quality concept art for characters, environments, and props.
• Solid understanding of fundamental art principles, including composition, perspective, color theory, lighting, architecture, and anatomy.
• Strong traditional drawing/ painting skills with digital 2D painting and 3D software (e.g. 3DS Max, Blender, Unreal)
• Ability to adapt to different artistic styles and adapt your work to fit the project's visual direction.
• Experience creating concept art for a video game project or another relevant project (school projects are acceptable for experience)
• Knowledge of game environment and character development processes.
• Must be a current student at an Ontario college or University, physically located in Ontario, and legally eligible to work in Ontario.

Nice to have

• Experience with Unreal Engine 4/5, Maya, 3Ds Max, or Blender, Z Brush, and Adobe Substance Suite.
• Experience developing video games.

Culture & Benefits

• Paid internship at $18/hour for 35 hours a week over 4 months (May to August).