Senior Concept Artist

Summary

Join nDreams Studio Elevation, a fully remote, VR-first studio, as a Senior Concept Artist to produce high-quality 2D conceptual artwork for our world-leading VR games. You will translate the Art Director's vision into visual concepts, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, mentor junior artists, and stay current with industry trends. This is a 12-month fixed-term, full-time (37.5 hours per week) position, fully remote within the UK, offering a competitive salary. We are currently working on our first title nearing release and a second in early planning stages. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative software and VR hardware development within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Requirements

• Strong foundational art skills: composition, lighting, anatomy, color theory, and perspective
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other industry-standard tools
• Experience with Wacom/Cintiq tablets and familiarity with VR hardware
• Ability to iterate based on feedback and self-critique

Responsibilities

• Translate the Art Director’s vision into clear visual concepts, moodboards, and key art that define the game’s tone and style
• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and storyboards across various genres and styles
• Conduct visual research to ensure authenticity, readability, and alignment with player expectations
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure visual storytelling supports gameplay and narrative goals
• Develop visual development packages and style guides to support 3D artists and maintain consistency
• Mentor junior artists, provide constructive feedback, and help grow the concept art function
• Stay current with industry trends and tools, introducing innovative techniques to enhance the art pipeline

Preferred Qualifications

• Some graphic design knowledge is a plus (layout, typography, etc.)
• Understanding of game engines like Unreal Engine is beneficial
• Experience mentoring or managing junior artists
• Portfolio showcasing a range of styles and high-quality concept work

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• Duvets days
• Your birthday off
• Dedicated personal development time and support
• Regular socials
• Excellent holiday offering
• Pension scheme
• Health insurance
• Life cover