Blackport Interactive develops premium action titles for PC and console with a focus on grounded visual storytelling, strong environmental detail, and believable equipment design. Our art team works closely together to turn gameplay needs into compelling visual direction that can move efficiently into production.
We're looking for a Concept Artist to support a tactical multiplayer project and future studio work. You'll create fast ideation sketches, refined production concepts, and presentation-ready visuals for characters, props, and equipment while balancing art direction with gameplay and technical constraints.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Produce rapid ideation sketches and visual explorations in digital workflows
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Develop concept work for characters, gear, props, and related world assets
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Translate references and creative direction into original design proposals
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Present ideas to art leadership and collaborate on visual problem-solving
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Revise and refine work based on feedback from the wider art team
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Push concepts from rough thumbnails to more finished illustrative states
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Consider technical limitations and production viability while designing
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Collaborate closely with the Art Director, Lead Artist, and downstream art teams
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Provide clear visual guidance to support 3D production and customization needs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Strong drawing fundamentals, including anatomy, light, shape, and color
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Experience designing props, weapons, or equipment for grounded action settings
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Solid understanding of concept art workflows and production illustration
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Strong Photoshop skills
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Ability to iterate quickly and respond well to feedback
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Understanding of character customization and visual readability
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Good communication and collaboration skills within a multi-discipline team
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Portfolio demonstrating both ideation range and polished execution
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Experience with Blender or similar 3D tools for block-outs and multi-angle visualization
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Familiarity with tactical or military-inspired visual design
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Experience supporting AAA or high-fidelity PC/console production
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Graphic design awareness that supports decals, markings, or surface language
