Gamecompanies is hiring: Principal Concept Artist (Character) - VALORANT Los Ang

# Principal Concept Artist (Character) - VALORANT - removed## Los Angeles (USA)Mercer Island (USA)Riot GamesFull TimePosted a month agoUSD 166,600-232,800 per yearAs a **Character Concept Artist** at **Riot**, you will bring characters and creatures to life. Drawing inspiration from as little as a napkin sketch or as much as a full-blown narrative concept, you will generate ideas and craft designs that are resonant, compelling, and iconic. As a problem solver, first and foremost, you will help come up with visual solutions for game concepts.As a **Principal Character Concept Artist** on the **VALORANT** team, you’ll be responsible for designing characters that fit the thematics and tone of the game, while helping to define a unique interpretation of the IP that fits within our genre and gameplay needs. You’ll partner with the Art Director and character art leaders as you work across disciplines to shape the visual identity of new characters. You will also collaborate closely with designers, writers, and producers to bring these characters to life through strong, story-driven design.**Responsibilities:*** Build, sketch, ideate, and iterate new character concepts in collaboration with other developers* Craft detailed concept art and orthographics for 3D artists and animators to implement into working game assets* Creatively solve problems and figure out efficient solutions on executing the look and feel of the character* Collaborate closely with other disciplines to build characters that are cohesive in their visuals, narrative, and gameplay* Take your skillful knowledge of story tropes, archetypes, and narrative devices of all kinds to help improve the designs that go into our worlds* Bring your deep understanding of human and animal anatomy and know how to stretch the limits while still maintaining a consistent art direction* Mentor and support concept artists on your team through your craft**Required Qualifications*** 10+ years of experience in the video game industry as a Character Concept Artist* 5+ years of experience working with Photoshop or other relevant painting/design tools**Desired Qualifications*** Shipped a AAA title as a Concept Artist* Experience working as a Concept Artist on an FPS title*For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this could be your role!**When submitting your application, please provide a portfolio of your high-quality concept art - including stylized artwork.***Our Perks:**Riot has a focus on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy, in addition to other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our for more information.At Riot Games, we . That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player. Whether you’re working directly on a new player-facing experience or you’re supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission. And just like in our games, we’re better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we’re looking forward to your application.*It’s our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.**Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:** *Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data** *Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors** *Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks** *Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters**These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.** **(Los Angeles Only)** Base salary range between $166,600.00 - $232,800.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.* **(Mercer Island only)** Base salary range between $166,600.00 - $232,800.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.### About the companyRioters wanted: we’re looking for humble, but ambitious, razor-sharp pros who take play seriously.Riot Games was founded in 2006 to change the way video games are developed, published, and supported for players. In 2009, Riot released its debut title, League of Legends, to worldwide acclaim. League has gone on to be the most-played PC game in the world and a key driver of the explosive growth of esports. Players are the foundation of Riot's community and it’s for them that Riot continues to evolve the League experience, in-game and beyond. Riot is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and has 2,500+ Rioters in 20+ offices worldwide. Riot has been featured on numerous lists including Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” “25 Best Companies to Work in Technology,” “100 Best Workplaces for Millennials,” and “50 Best Workplaces for Flexibility.” #J-18808-Ljbffr