<div><div>Frontier is an established, market leading independent developer and publisher of videogames for PC and consoles. Founded in 1994, we are based in the world-leading technology cluster and historic city of Cambridge, England. With a growing team of over 750 talented people, we are passionate about creating innovative genre-leading games and authentic worlds for our communities of players.  </div><div> </div><div>We have achieved serial successes across a wide variety of titles including <i>Elite Dangerous</i>, <i>Planet Coaster</i>, <i>Jurassic World Evolution</i> and <i>Planet Zoo</i>. We are continuing to grow our team to support our existing portfolio and an exciting and ambitious future roadmap, which includes the development of both own-IP titles and licensed-IP titles. Our IP-license partners include Universal (Jurassic World), Formula 1 and Games Workshop (Warhammer).We are also growing our team to continue the expansion of Frontier Foundry, our publishing label for games developed by carefully selected partner studios. </div><div> </div><div>We have a modern spacious studio located on the Cambridge Science Park in the heart of the Cambridge tech hub. For those who wish to relocate to the Cambridge area and work either entirely in the studio or flexibly between the studio and home, we can provide generous financial and practical support to facilitate your move. We are also able to offer remote working for those who would prefer to work almost exclusively from home or who are unable to relocate. We can discuss your preferences with you during the recruitment process.   </div><div><br /></div><div>We’re looking for a talented Character Artist to join our team and  welcome applications from experienced candidates or Graduates. </div><div><br /></div><div>As a company we produce a wide spectrum of subject matter from stunningly  photoreal to beautifully stylised, so populating our game worlds is  always challenging and interesting. As a Character Artist in our  exceptional and experienced team you will be building the cast for the  next generation of Frontier games.</div><div><br /></div><div>This is a fantastic opportunity to join a studio with a proven track  record of delivering successful AAA titles and to play an important role  in our continued success. </div></div><div><div><h3>Responsibilities </h3><ul><ul><li>Create high-fidelity in-game characters using Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop and Substance.</li><li>Understand the character being created; their narrative, motivations and gameplay potential and weave that into your work.</li><li>Collaborate with fellow Character Artists to maintain the highest  quality throughout development; on budget, on time and in the style.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>About you</h3><ul><ul><li><b>Essential</b></li><li>A good team player with a willingness to work collaboratively,  willingly taking on feedback and guidance from the rest of the team.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail. </li><li>Ability to work within an established art style.</li><li>Exceptional level of high-polygon character modelling in ZBrush or Mudbox (ZBrush preferred).</li><li>Extensive knowledge of 3D packages such as Maya, 3ds Max (Maya preferred).</li><li>Proven ability across all aspect of character modelling, including anatomical, cloth and hard-surface modelling.</li><li>Excellent Photoshop and Substance Painter texturing skills, targeting physically based rendering.</li><li>Familiarity with the entire real-time character creation pipeline:  high-poly sculpting, retopology, UV mapping, texture baking, texture  creation, setting up and exporting to game.</li><li>Awareness of the importance of mesh topology, to ensure that character models deform well when animated.</li><li>Experience with PBR and real-time engines.</li><li>Understanding of best working practices in terms of LOD creation and optimisation.</li><li>Excellent communications skills are essential.</li><div><br /></div><li><b>Desirable  </b></li><li>An Art degree or relevant game art course is highly desirable.</li><li>Flair for interpreting concept art, turning character sketches into 3D models that accurately capture the spirit of the concept.</li><li>Adaptable attitude to working across a breadth of art styles, from high-detail realism to cartoon stylisation.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><b>What we can offer you</b></div><div>We offer the chance to work with talented and passionate people, developing and publishing sophisticated and enduring games in a creative and collaborative environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our player communities. Frontier rewards this passion and determination by sharing in the company’s success and by supporting our teams to keep doing what they love.</div><div><br /></div><div>Well-being is a big focus at Frontier and we are continually evolving how we can support our staff. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and host a range of well-being activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health. </div><div><br /></div><div>We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, pension, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity package, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme and free bike servicing, and social events.</div><div><br /></div><div>We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.</div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

<div><div>Frontier is an established, market leading independent developer and publisher of videogames for PC and consoles. Founded in 1994, we are based in the world-leading technology cluster and historic city of Cambridge, England. With a growing team of over 750 talented people, we are passionate about creating innovative genre-leading games and authentic worlds for our communities of players.  </div><div> </div><div>We have achieved serial successes across a wide variety of titles including <i>Elite Dangerous</i>, <i>Planet Coaster</i>, <i>Jurassic World Evolution</i> and <i>Planet Zoo</i>. We are continuing to grow our team to support our existing portfolio and an exciting and ambitious future roadmap, which includes the development of both own-IP titles and licensed-IP titles. Our IP-license partners include Universal (Jurassic World), Formula 1 and Games Workshop (Warhammer).We are also growing our team to continue the expansion of Frontier Foundry, our publishing label for games developed by carefully selected partner studios. </div><div> </div><div>We have a modern spacious studio located on the Cambridge Science Park in the heart of the Cambridge tech hub. For those who wish to relocate to the Cambridge area and work either entirely in the studio or flexibly between the studio and home, we can provide generous financial and practical support to facilitate your move. We are also able to offer remote working for those who would prefer to work almost exclusively from home or who are unable to relocate. We can discuss your preferences with you during the recruitment process.   </div><div><br /></div><div>We’re looking for a talented Character Artist to join our team and  welcome applications from experienced candidates or Graduates. The successful candidate will be working on our exciting Warhammer: Age of Sigmar title.</div><div><br /></div><div>As a company we produce a wide spectrum of subject matter from stunningly photoreal to beautifully stylised, so populating our game worlds is  always challenging and interesting. As a Character Artist in our  exceptional and experienced team you will be building the cast for the next generation of Frontier games.</div><div><br /></div><div>This is a fantastic opportunity to join a studio with a proven track  record of delivering successful AAA titles and to play an important role  in our continued success. </div></div><div><div><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><ul><li>Create high-fidelity in-game characters using Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop and Substance.</li><li>Understand the character being created; their narrative, motivations and gameplay potential and weave that into your work.</li><li>Collaborate with fellow Character Artists to maintain the highest  quality throughout development; on budget, on time and in the style.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>About you</h3><ul><ul><li><b>Essential</b></li><li>A good team player with a willingness to work collaboratively,  willingly taking on feedback and guidance from the rest of the team.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail. </li><li>Ability to work within an established art style.</li><li>Exceptional level of high-polygon character modelling in ZBrush or Mudbox (ZBrush preferred).</li><li>Extensive knowledge of 3D packages such as Maya, 3ds Max (Maya preferred).</li><li>Proven ability across all aspect of character modelling, including anatomical, cloth and hard-surface modelling.</li><li>Excellent Photoshop and Substance Painter texturing skills, targeting physically based rendering.</li><li>Familiarity with the entire real-time character creation pipeline:  high-poly sculpting, retopology, UV mapping, texture baking, texture  creation, setting up and exporting to game.</li><li>Awareness of the importance of mesh topology, to ensure that character models deform well when animated.</li><li>Experience with PBR and real-time engines.</li><li>Understanding of best working practices in terms of LOD creation and optimisation.</li><li>Excellent communications skills are essential.</li><div><br /></div><li><b>Desirable  </b></li><li>An Art degree or relevant game art course is highly desirable.</li><li>Flair for interpreting concept art, turning character sketches into 3D models that accurately capture the spirit of the concept.</li><li>Adaptable attitude to working across a breadth of art styles, from high-detail realism to cartoon stylisation.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><b>What we can offer you</b></div><div>We offer the chance to work with talented and passionate people, developing and publishing sophisticated and enduring games in a creative and collaborative environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our player communities. Frontier rewards this passion and determination by sharing in the company’s success and by supporting our teams to keep doing what they love.</div><div><br /></div><div>Well-being is a big focus at Frontier and we are continually evolving how we can support our staff. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and host a range of well-being activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health. </div><div><br /></div><div>We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, pension, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity package, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme and free bike servicing, and social events.</div><div><br /></div><div>We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.</div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

<div><div>We are looking for a motivated and talented <b>Regular Character Concept Artist </b>with focus on External Development.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Character Concept Artist will be responsible for overseeing the deliveries created by external partners and ensuring the visual direction is carried through into the game to the highest quality. The successful candidate will be expected to provide feedback and manage art deliverables as well as drive the external development content creation of a wide variety organic and non-organic character elements. Candidates must be able to hit the internal standards of art, have good knowledge of Game Development and exceptional oral and written communication skills.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>*Sample pictures or a link to a webpage, which shows sample work, are required.*</b></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Relocation &amp; Remote Work</b></div><div>Although we believe living close to our studio helps foster team spirit and stronger bonds between team members, we understand that people have different needs and expectations for their place of residence. You have a choice of three location options, allowing you to work with Crytek from anywhere you wish:</div><div><br /></div><div>1. Come to our modern headquarters in Frankfurt and receive an attractive relocation package and have access to all of our benefits.</div><div><br /></div><div>2. If you are already living in a European Union member state, we are able to offer you a permanent work contract and allow you to work remotely as an employee from there. </div><div><br /></div><div>3. If you are interested in full-time remote work in any other country outside of the European Union, we can offer you a freelance contract arrangement.</div></div><div><div><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><ul><li>Collect and provide clear technical and aesthetic feedback to external teams.</li><li>Understand and follow style guides to guarantee the consistency of the game.</li><li>Iterate on ideas quickly through sketches and thumbnails</li><li>Track external development on daily basis and incoming assets.</li><li>Coordinate with other studio groups and production to achieve project objectives.</li><li>Creating in-game Characters when needed, following art direction.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><ul><li>2+ years experience in game development</li><li>Expert understanding of current game art processes, limitations and dependencies</li><li>Excellent knowledge of 3D Software Packages and Photoshop</li><li>High Quality portfolio of gamedev-relevant art</li><li>Strong knowledge of understanding of anatomy.</li><li>Ability to deliver and receive constructive feedback</li><li>Good English communication and writing skills.</li><li>Positive team-oriented attitude.</li><li>Be proactive and self-motivated, complete tasks within given time constraint.</li><div><br /></div><div>A portfolio or reel that demonstrates the following:</div><li><i>Heavy focus on Character Art</i></li><li><i>Keen eye on detail and realism</i></li><li><i>Strong artistic skills (Shapes / colors / proportions)</i></li><li><i>Ability to create new and refine existing designs</i></li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>Pluses</h3><ul><ul><li>Previous experience with external production and/or directing others through written communication.</li><li>Experience with CRYENGINE</li><li>Industrial design or Traditional Art background</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>What you can expect from us</h3><ul><ul><li>A refreshing yet highly professional atmosphere in a diverse team</li><li>Flexible work time</li><li>Free public transportation ticket, which lets you use public transport free of charge 24/7 </li><li>Supported German lessons for our employees  </li><li>Company language is English. Any additional language is a plus, but not a requirement</li><li>Extensive assistance with getting visa, work permits and communication with local authorities </li><li>Relocation support</li><li>A company apartment for your first few months and help in finding a private apartment </li><li>...and much more! </li></ul></ul></div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

<div><div>We are looking for a passionate and experienced <b>Character Artist</b> to work on <i>Crysis 4 </i>(Working Title).</div><div> </div><div>As a Character Artist, you will be responsible for designing, executing, and creating characters for the new installment in the Crysis franchise. </div><div> </div><div><b>*Sample pictures or a link to a webpage, which shows sample work, are required.*</b></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Relocation &amp; Remote Work</b></div><div>Although we believe living close to our studio helps foster team spirit and stronger bonds between team members, we understand that people have different needs and expectations for their place of residence. You have a choice of three location options, allowing you to work with Crytek from anywhere you wish:</div><div><br /></div><div>1. Come to our modern headquarters in Frankfurt and receive an attractive relocation package and have access to all of our benefits.</div><div><br /></div><div>2. If you are already living in a European Union member state, we are able to offer you a permanent work contract and allow you to work remotely as an employee from there. </div><div><br /></div><div>3. If you are interested in full-time remote work in any other country outside of the European Union, we can offer you a freelance contract arrangement.</div></div><div><div><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><ul><li>Creating in-game characters from scratch following a concept art or art direction by keeping in mind and following the technical requirements.</li><li>Creating the textures (diffuse, normal map, specular, bump) needed to display a photo-realistic humanoid in game.</li><li>Working closely with Tech Art, concept art and other dependent departments throughout the character production process.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><ul><li>3+ years of professional experience in a Character Artist role.</li><li>At least finish 1 AAA title game with full development in-house experience.</li><li>Demonstrates a strong ability to create believable photo-realistic humanoid characters within a game's engine.</li><li>Ability to creatively translate concepts, ideas into authentic characters with an attention to detail.</li><li>Strong knowledge of human body anatomy.</li><li>Ability to create all textures needed for creating photo-realistic looking humans and creatures.</li><li>Ability to create game ready assets that work well within the given technical limitations that are rigging and animation friendly.</li><li>Strong knowledge of a 3D hard surface modelling software (3DS Max, Maya, Zbrush or other recognized tools).</li><li>Strong knowledge of current texturing pipelines (Substance, Quixel and Photoshop).</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>Pluses</h3><ul><ul><li>First person shooter game in-game character art experience is preferred.</li><li>AAA game company work experience is preferred.</li><li>Good English communication and writing skills.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>What you can expect from us</h3><ul><ul><li>A refreshing yet highly professional atmosphere in a diverse team.</li><li>Flexible work time.</li><li>Free public transportation ticket, which lets you use public transport free of charge 24/7.</li><li>Free German lessons</li><li>Company language is English. Any additional language is a plus, but not a requirement.</li><li>Extensive assistance with getting visa, work permits and communication with local authorities.</li><li>Relocation support.</li><li>A company apartment for your first few months and help in finding a private apartment. </li><li>...and much more! </li></ul></ul></div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

<div><div>We are looking for a motivated and talented <b>Character Artist</b> with focus on External Development.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Character Artist will be responsible for overseeing the deliveries created by external partners and ensuring the visual direction is carried through into the game to the highest quality.</div><div><br /></div><div>The successful candidate will be expected to provide feedback, manage, and integration of art as well as drive the external development content creation of a wide variety organic and non-organic character elements.</div><div><br /></div><div>Candidates must be able to hit the internal standards of art, have good knowledge of Game Development and exceptional oral and written communication skills.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Relocation &amp; Remote Work</b></div><div>Although we believe living close to our studio helps foster team spirit and stronger bonds between team members, we understand that people have different needs and expectations for their place of residence. You have a choice of three location options, allowing you to work with Crytek from anywhere you wish:</div><div><br /></div><div>1. Come to our modern headquarters in Frankfurt and receive an attractive relocation package and have access to all of our benefits.</div><div><br /></div><div>2. If you are already living in a European Union member state, we are able to offer you a permanent work contract and allow you to work remotely as an employee from there. </div><div><br /></div><div>3. If you are interested in full-time remote work in any other country outside of the European Union, we can offer you a freelance contract arrangement.</div></div><div><div><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><ul><li>Supervise and provide clear technical and aesthetic feedback to external teams.</li><li>Work with Art Director and other artists to ensure consistency between vision and implementation of assets.</li><li>Understand and follow style guides to guarantee the consistency of the game.</li><li>Implement approved assets, along with making any needed fixes to ensure consistent high quality standard.</li><li>Track external development on daily basis and incoming assets.</li><li>Creating in-game Characters when needed, following a concept art or art direction by keeping in mind and following the technical requirements. </li><li>Work together with stakeholder to define and determine outsourcing needs.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><ul><li>5+ years experience in game development</li><li>Expert understanding of current game art processes, limitations and dependencies</li><li>Strong knowledge of 3ds Max or Blender, Photoshop, Substance Painter and Zbrush</li><li>Strong knowledge of common real-time game engines</li><li>Strong knowledge of understanding of anatomy.</li><li>The ability to manage and supervise mid-level and junior artists and willingness to carry out mentorship tasks.</li><li>Ability to deliver and receive constructive feedback</li><li>Good English communication and writing skills.</li><li>Positive, problem-solving and team-oriented attitude.</li><li>Be proactive, self-motivated and be able to work without direct supervision.</li><div><br /></div><div><b>A portfolio or reel that demonstrates the following:</b></div><div><br /></div><li><i>Heavy focus on Character Art</i></li><li><i>Keen eye on detail and realism</i></li><li><i>Proficiency in high and low poly modeling Proficiency in Texturing, following PBR rules</i></li><li><i>Strong technical skills (clean modeling / baking / UVs etc.)</i></li><li><i>Strong artistic skills (Shapes / colors / proportions)</i></li><li><i>Ability to create new and refine existing designs</i></li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>Pluses</h3><ul><ul><li>Previous experience with external production and/or directing others through written communication.</li><li>Experience with CRYENGINE</li><li>Traditional Art background</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>What you can expect from us</h3><ul><ul><li>A refreshing yet highly professional atmosphere in a diverse team.</li><li>Flexible work time.</li><li>FUN.</li><li>Free public transportation ticket, which lets you use public transport free of charge 24/7.</li><li>Free onsite German lessons for our employees.</li><li>Company language is English. Any additional language is a plus, but not a requirement.</li><li>Extensive assistance with getting visa, work permits and communication with local authorities.</li><li>Relocation support.</li><li>A company apartment for your first few months and help in finding a private apartment. </li><li>...and much more! </li></ul></ul></div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

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        <h2>Playground Games is looking for a Character Artist to join our Forza team on a 12 month Fixed-Term contract.</h2><h3>ABOUT US:</h3><p>As a first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and, most of all, fun.</p><h3>SUMMARY:</h3><p>As a Character Artist you will be responsible for realising the character designs, including body, face, hair and garments. You will be expected to create clean and functional topology, high quality materials and optimise content for game, as well as being comfortable communicating with technical departments.</p><p>You should be familiar with industry standard software packages such as 3DSMax or Maya, as well as having some experience with ZBrush and Substance Painter. You have good knowledge of human anatomy and demonstrate an understanding of best practices to suit animation needs and engine requirements.</p><h3>WHAT YOU WILL BRING:</h3><ul><li>Portfolio demonstrating real time character artwork to high standard</li><li>Strong understanding and demonstration of human anatomy and proportions</li><li>Established character production workflows such as creating clean deformable topology, efficient UV mapping and baking, texturing, and cloth creation techniques</li><li>A good understanding of technical considerations for character creation, with the ability to communicate with technical team members</li><li>A self-motivated team player, with good communication skills</li><li>Ideally experience on shipped AAA game projects</li></ul><h3>DESIRABLE SKILLS:</h3><ul><li>Traditional art foundation</li><li>Experience with cloth simulation setup</li><li>Passion for playing games</li><li>An interest in modern fashion</li><li>Experience with blendshape creation workflows</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to make world-class games with an established, talented, and collaborative team at one of the industry’s most exciting first-party game studios.</p><p>Playground Games is an equal opportunities studio and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.</p>        Apply Now
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        <h2>Playground Games is looking for a Character Technical Artist to join our Fable team to support our character artists to create diverse, high quality characters for our game.</h2><p>As a Character Technical Artist, you will collaborate across multiple disciplines acting as a bridge between art and engineering teams. You will be responsible for finding and delivering improvements in quality, workflow and performance for characters in the game.</p><p>We are considering a range of experience levels for this position (for which appropriate adjustments to responsibilities will be made).</p><h3>What you'll do</h3><p>Our Character Technical Artists provide a wide range of support to the character team:</p><ul><li>Take ownership of the authoring and export tools for character artists (supported by the Technical Animation team who are responsible for rigging/skinning of characters)</li><li>Work closely with the rendering team to create character shaders that push visual quality to the forefront of the industry</li><li>Support the team's vision to create an inclusive roster of diverse characters</li><li>Take responsibility for the performance of characters in our game by creating tools and processes to ensure the best possible balance between quality and cost</li><li>Identify bottlenecks and promote best practices for authoring characters to help our artists do their best work</li></ul><h3>What you'll bring</h3><ul><li>Our ideal candidate will bring the following skills and experience:</li><li>Experience creating character art and/or supporting a character art team using industry-standard art applications (Maya, Substance, ZBrush, etc)</li><li>Experience working with character shaders (node-based or HLSL)</li><li>Proficiency in Python or similar language, ideally with experience creating scripts for Maya or 3ds Max</li><li>Effective collaborator with growth mindset and desire to help others to do their best work</li><li>Strong verbal and digital communication skills. Fluent in rendering, memory, lighting, animation and other character-related topics</li><li>Experience with Houdini or other procedural tools is a bonus</li><li>Critical eye for visual quality. Art or Programming degree is a bonus</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to make “world-class games” with an established, talented, and collaborative team at one of the industry’s most exciting first-party game studios.</p><p>Playground Games is an equal opportunities studio and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.</p>        Apply Now
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<p>Cloud Imperium Games is looking for an experienced Character Artist to join our team!</p><p>The Character Artist will collaborate with the character art team to develop celebrity portraits, creatures, modular outfits and armour for Star Citizen and Squadron 42, to be used in gameplay, cinematics, and marketing materials.</p><p>The Artist will be working at the leading-edge of development for the record-breaking crowd-funded project, space-simulation FPS MMO “Star Citizen” and the action-packed cinematic story campaign “Squadron 42” with its star-studded cast including Mark Hamill, Gillian Anderson, John Rhys-Davies, and Mark Strong (to name just a few).</p><p>Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.</p><div><div><div><div><div></div></div><div><div></div></div></div><div></div></div></div><div></div><p><strong>What do our Character Artists do?</strong></p><ul><li>Assume responsibility for executing photo realistic heads and hair for all required characters in Star Citizen.</li><li>Create characters, creatures, and armour based on concept art or reference photos.</li><li>Collaborate with the Art Director and concept artists to set the visual style and quality bar.</li><li>Build clean topology with high consideration for animation.</li><li>Give and receive feedback from Concept and other Character Artists while providing guidance and support to more junior team members.</li></ul><p><strong>What do we expect from our Character Artists?</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a Character Art position, ideally with a shipped game title.</li><li>Ability to create believable characters that are full of life and personality in high-poly and low-poly models as well as textures.</li><li>Knowledge of human anatomy and form, with special attention to photo-realistic heads and hair.</li><li>Strong skills with organic modelling (i.e. human faces, clothing, realistic creatures) and hard-surface modelling (i.e. armour and props).</li><li>Knowledge of major 3D software packages (such as Maya / Max and Zbrush. Expertise with Marvellous Designer and xGen would be advantageous).</li><li>Identifying technical and developmental risks and obstacles while creating innovative solutions to overcome them while promoting new and innovative ways of working.</li><li>If you are passionate for the highest quality, and you are a creative mind who doesn’t stop at the flat reproduction of the assigned concept, but you like to interpret it, giving your asset a sense of belonging, functionality, consistency, and completeness, we would like to hear from you.</li></ul><p><strong>Diversity Statement</strong></p><p><em>CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.</em></p><p><strong>Fraud Statement</strong></p><p><em>We are aware of people receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from CIG. These types of fraud can be carried out through false websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal info like bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment.</em></p><p><em>If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at info@cloudimperiumgames.com with any information you may have.</em></p>

<p>Star Citizen is a well-regarded game recognised for its rich and detailed universe, and we are now looking for a passionate Character Concept Artist to join our small, yet close-knit team.</p><p>The successful Character Concept Artist will help tackle the unique and rich universe of Star Citizen. Working with various departments, the design work will encompass the entire cycle, ranging from small to large and from complex to simple. We have a large library of existing designs and artwork to reference as well as a well-defined, well established pipelines and processes to provide an environment every Concept Artist could thrive in.</p><p>Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.</p><div><div><div><div><div></div></div><div><div></div></div></div><div></div></div></div><div></div><p><strong>What does a Character Concept Artist at CIG do?</strong></p><ul><li>Master the visual style and concept AAA characters, creatures, and aliens of the vast universe of Star Citizen.</li><li>Create stunning art that captures the overall filmic quality of the Star Citizen universe.</li><li>Collaborate with production, narrative, and the design team whilst following the visual direction from the Art Director.</li><li>Other such duties and responsibilities assigned by Cloud Imperium Games reasonably consistent with the employee’s skill and experience.</li></ul><p><strong>What do we expect from our Character Concept Artist?</strong></p><ul><li>Have a good understanding of form and function with an eye for character design. </li><li>Have a strong foundation in anatomy, form, gesture, rhythm, and colour theory. </li><li>Strong understanding of all aspects of concept art regarding illustration and design. </li><li>Knowledge of Photoshop and/or other painting and sketching software. </li><li>Self-motivation and willingness to participate in many areas of game development.</li><li>Passion for games and all things sci-fi.</li></ul><p>So, if you are an enthusiastic and self-starting Character Concept Artist please apply for this role immediately!</p><p><strong>Diversity Statement</strong></p><p><em>CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.</em></p><p><strong>Fraud Statement</strong></p><p><em>We are aware of people receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from CIG. These types of fraud can be carried out through false websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal info like bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment.</em></p><p><em>If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at info@cloudimperiumgames.com with any information you may have.</em></p>

<p>Star Citizen is a well-regarded game recognised for its rich and detailed universe, and we are now looking for a passionate Character Concept Artist to join our small, yet close-knit team.</p><p>The successful Character Concept Artist will help tackle the unique and rich universe of Star Citizen. Working with various departments, the design work will encompass the entire cycle, ranging from small to large and from complex to simple. We have a large library of existing designs and artwork to reference as well as a well-defined, well established pipelines and processes to provide an environment every Concept Artist could thrive in.</p><p>Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.</p><p>For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out - https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA</p><p><strong>What does a Character Concept Artist at CIG do?</strong></p><ul><li>Master the visual style and concept AAA characters, creatures, and aliens of the vast universe of Star Citizen.</li><li>Create stunning art that captures the overall filmic quality of the Star Citizen universe.</li><li>Collaborate with production, narrative, and the design team whilst following the visual direction from the Art Director.</li><li>Other such duties and responsibilities assigned by Cloud Imperium Games reasonably consistent with the employee’s skill and experience.</li></ul><p><strong>What do we expect from our Character Concept Artist?</strong></p><ul><li>Have a good understanding of form and function with an eye for character design. </li><li>Have a strong foundation in anatomy, form, gesture, rhythm, and colour theory. </li><li>Strong understanding of all aspects of concept art regarding illustration and design. </li><li>Knowledge of Photoshop and/or other painting and sketching software. </li><li>Self-motivation and willingness to participate in many areas of game development.</li><li>Passion for games and all things sci-fi.</li></ul><p>So, if you are an enthusiastic and self-starting Character Concept Artist please apply for this role immediately!</p><p><strong>Diversity Statement</strong></p><p><em>CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.</em></p><p><strong>Fraud Statement</strong></p><p><em>We are aware of people receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from CIG. These types of fraud can be carried out through false websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal info like bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment.</em></p><p><em>If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at info@cloudimperiumgames.com with any information you may have.</em></p>

<p>We are PUBG, the global battle royale phenomenon! After the release of our flagship title in 2017 we have become one of the highest selling games of all time with over 70 million copies sold – that’s a lot of Chicken Dinners! We are now incredibly excited to be recruiting for our new Unannounced Project.</p>
<p>We are headquartered in Seoul, South Korea and sit within the KRAFTON, Inc. corporation. From our Amsterdam office, we cover Europe, Middle East &amp; Africa, and the CIS region, and have teams dedicated to Game Development, Product Management, Esports, Content, Communications, Creative, Merchandise, HR and more. <br /><br />Our office is situated in the Amsterdam Arena area, a buzzing business hub in the southeastern part of the city. Accommodating some of the world’s largest and most exciting companies, the area also transforms at night into a popular social destination. Not far from our office, you’ll find iconic venues such as the Ziggo Dome, Heineken Music Hall and Johan Cruijff Arena – home of Ajax Football Club.</p>
<p>Our Amsterdam team reflects the city’s diverse look and feel. Being mainly expats, we currently represent more than 20 different nationalities – and we are still growing and adding to our team.</p>
<p>As a Character Artist you will breathe life into our new project through the creation of a wide range of kick ass characters!</p>
<p><strong>Basic Responsibilities: </strong></p>
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<li>Work with concepts to create low poly and high poly characters</li>
<li>Be responsible for all aspects of character design with an emphasis on quality in all areas, from anatomy to color to texturing and surfacing</li>
<li>Work with animators to ensure rigging and animating operates smoothly</li>
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<p><strong>What we’re ideally looking for: </strong></p>
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<li>Several years’ experience in similar roles within the games industry</li>
<li>An impressive portfolio of AAA quality character design and a deep understanding of life-like character creation</li>
<li>Shipped at least one AAA title</li>
<li>Fluent in English</li>
<li>Experience on a shooting game would be a benefit</li>
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<p><strong>What we offer:</strong></p>
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<li>A competitive salary</li>
<li>An allowance to cover the Dutch mandatory health insurance</li>
<li>25 paid + 4 extra paid working days off a year</li>
<li>Relocation package</li>
<li>Pension scheme</li>
<li>A commuter allowance</li>
<li>A range of snacks &amp; drinks</li>
<li>Free gym facility in our office building</li>
<li>Full assistance with visas and the 30% ruling applications when the candidate is eligible</li>
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<p>If this sounds like a good fit for your skills and experience then apply right away!</p>
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