Principal Concept Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Principal Concept Artist (Gamedev): Defining and elevating the visual direction of game projects with an accent on characters, environments, and props. Focus on translating high-level artistic vision into production-ready concepts and mentoring art teams to ensure visual consistency.

Location: Hybrid or Onsite in Cambridge, UK (minimum 3 days per week in studio). Relocation support is available.

Company

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher crafting immersive gaming experiences and renowned creative management simulation games.

What you will do

• Define and guide the creation of high-quality concept art for characters, environments, and props.
• Collaborate with the Art Director to translate project vision into actionable concept direction.
• Lead, mentor, and provide feedback to the concept team to ensure high-quality output.
• Break down creative direction into modular, production-ready concepts for downstream teams.
• Coordinate and manage outsourced concept work to maintain project standards.
• Establish visual targets and benchmarks to guide art disciplines.

Requirements

• Expert-level portfolio demonstrating concept design across multiple styles.
• Significant leadership or senior-level experience in the games industry.
• Deep understanding of anatomy, composition, perspective, and lighting.
• Ability to work from the Cambridge studio at least 3 days per week.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence across disciplines.
• Experience mentoring artists and managing external outsourcing pipelines.

Nice to have

• Experience working on AAA titles or complex game worlds.
• Proficiency in 3D tools such as Blender or Maya.
• Experience contributing to recruitment, hiring, or team growth initiatives.
• Ability to adapt to a wide range of artistic styles.

Culture & Benefits

• Success-based annual bonus and share option schemes.
• Private family healthcare and life assurance.
• Flexitime working hours and in-house subsidised catering.
• Comprehensive relocation support package.
• Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and regular social events.