Environment Concept Artist (GameDev)

TL;DR

Environment Concept Artist (GameDev): Creating high-quality concept art for stylized game environments, including biomes, dungeons, and unique locations, aligning with the project’s art direction. Focus on developing environment sketches, mood boards, and translating gameplay and narrative ideas into production-ready environment designs.

Location: Hybrid work model, combine working in the office in Berlin and working remotely.

Company

hirify.global is the ambitious game development studio behind the award-winning game Albion Online, a cross-platform MMO.

What you will do

• Create high-quality concept art for stylized game environments.
• Develop environment sketches, mood boards, and visual research.
• Translate gameplay, narrative, and level design ideas into clear, production-ready environment designs.
• Collaborate with level designers, environment artists, and other disciplines.
• Follow established art pipelines and workflows.
• Stay up to date with visual trends, genre expectations, and tools.

Requirements

• Proven experience creating environment concept art for games.
• Strong understanding of visual development for environments.
• Excellent art fundamentals including perspective, color theory, scale, and lighting.
• Proficiency in digital painting tools such as Photoshop.
• Ability to translate gameplay and narrative ideas into clear visual concepts.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with game engines, preferably Unity.
• Familiarity with stylized or fantasy art styles.
• Knowledge of mid-poly box-modeling and advanced optimization techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of player experience in MMO and mobile games.

Culture & Benefits

• Receive a free company ticket for Germany's public transportation system.
• Develop your skills through company-sponsored training and language courses.
• Enjoy the freedom to switch between working in the office and working remotely.
• Discounted membership to Urban Sport Club for fitness and wellness.
• Benefit from free drinks and snacks in the office.
• Join a supportive team of gaming enthusiasts.