Lead Concept Artist (Apex Legends) Job at Respawn Entertainment in Madison
Respawn Entertainment, Madison, WI, United States
Overview Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. A team where everyone makes play happen.
As a Lead Concept Artist, you will combine expert-level craft execution with team leadership, driving high-quality visual development while mentoring and growing other artists. You will partner closely with the Art Director and cross-discipline teams to translate creative vision into compelling, production-ready designs that define the Apex universe.
Responsibilities Drive the visual development and execution of concept art across Apex Legends, ensuring alignment with artistic direction, gameplay, and narrative goals
Partner closely with the Art Director and production teams to translate vision into clear, actionable concepts that support downstream development
Create expert-level concept designs across characters, environments, weapons, and props, establishing a high quality bar for the team
Provide hands-on mentorship and training to concept artists, helping develop their skills in design, composition, and visual storytelling
Foster strong collaboration with game design, narrative, and production to deliver cohesive and innovative visual solutions
Contribute to and help evolve style guides, visual frameworks, and reference materials to ensure consistency across internal and external teams
Support presentation and communication of visual ideas, including art reviews, stakeholder presentations, and milestone deliverables
Act as a key contributor to team culture by promoting craft excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
Drive external development partners to successfully execute on concepts, providing clear direction, feedback, and quality benchmarks to ensure assets meet Apex Legends’ visual standards
Stay informed about emerging tools and production methodologies, actively adopting innovative workflows to help streamline concept creation and improve production velocity
Qualifications Significant experience (typically 6+ years) as a concept artist in the game industry, with a portfolio demonstrating expert-level design, composition, and visual storytelling
Proven ability to operate at a senior level, including mentoring, training, and guiding other artists
Deep understanding of anatomy, design principles, color theory, composition, and perspective, with the ability to apply them at a high level
Strong ability to translate creative direction into production-ready visual solutions in collaboration with Art Directors and cross-functional teams
Proficiency with industry-standard tools (e.g., Photoshop, Painter, and 3D tools for paint-overs and ideation)
Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas, give actionable feedback, and present work to stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and contribute to a team-oriented environment
Passion for Apex Legends and a clear understanding of its visual identity and potential evolution
Bonus Experience working on multiplayer shooters or live service games
Advanced familiarity with 3D workflows to support concept development
Experience contributing to training initiatives or formal mentorship programs
Experience working closely with Art Directors on camera, composition, and in-game presentation
Familiarity with outsourcing pipelines and external partner collaboration
Passion for pushing bold, innovative visual ideas while maintaining gameplay clarity and cohesion
Pay Transparency - North America Note: The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant factors (education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).
Compensation And Benefits British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) $130,800 - $183,000 CAD
California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) $150,100 - $228,000 USD
Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. In the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off, sick time, holidays, parental leave, health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement plans. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity. For Canada, we offer a similar benefits package including vacation, sick time, parental leave, extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement plans. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.
Equal Opportunity Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
Expired status not indicated in posting. This description retains the core responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits while removing duplicate or non-essential content.
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As a Lead Concept Artist, you will combine expert-level craft execution with team leadership, driving high-quality visual development while mentoring and growing other artists. You will partner closely with the Art Director and cross-discipline teams to translate creative vision into compelling, production-ready designs that define the Apex universe.
Responsibilities Drive the visual development and execution of concept art across Apex Legends, ensuring alignment with artistic direction, gameplay, and narrative goals
Partner closely with the Art Director and production teams to translate vision into clear, actionable concepts that support downstream development
Create expert-level concept designs across characters, environments, weapons, and props, establishing a high quality bar for the team
Provide hands-on mentorship and training to concept artists, helping develop their skills in design, composition, and visual storytelling
Foster strong collaboration with game design, narrative, and production to deliver cohesive and innovative visual solutions
Contribute to and help evolve style guides, visual frameworks, and reference materials to ensure consistency across internal and external teams
Support presentation and communication of visual ideas, including art reviews, stakeholder presentations, and milestone deliverables
Act as a key contributor to team culture by promoting craft excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
Drive external development partners to successfully execute on concepts, providing clear direction, feedback, and quality benchmarks to ensure assets meet Apex Legends’ visual standards
Stay informed about emerging tools and production methodologies, actively adopting innovative workflows to help streamline concept creation and improve production velocity
Qualifications Significant experience (typically 6+ years) as a concept artist in the game industry, with a portfolio demonstrating expert-level design, composition, and visual storytelling
Proven ability to operate at a senior level, including mentoring, training, and guiding other artists
Deep understanding of anatomy, design principles, color theory, composition, and perspective, with the ability to apply them at a high level
Strong ability to translate creative direction into production-ready visual solutions in collaboration with Art Directors and cross-functional teams
Proficiency with industry-standard tools (e.g., Photoshop, Painter, and 3D tools for paint-overs and ideation)
Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas, give actionable feedback, and present work to stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and contribute to a team-oriented environment
Passion for Apex Legends and a clear understanding of its visual identity and potential evolution
Bonus Experience working on multiplayer shooters or live service games
Advanced familiarity with 3D workflows to support concept development
Experience contributing to training initiatives or formal mentorship programs
Experience working closely with Art Directors on camera, composition, and in-game presentation
Familiarity with outsourcing pipelines and external partner collaboration
Passion for pushing bold, innovative visual ideas while maintaining gameplay clarity and cohesion
Pay Transparency - North America Note: The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant factors (education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).
Compensation And Benefits British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) $130,800 - $183,000 CAD
California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) $150,100 - $228,000 USD
Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. In the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off, sick time, holidays, parental leave, health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement plans. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity. For Canada, we offer a similar benefits package including vacation, sick time, parental leave, extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement plans. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.
Equal Opportunity Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
Expired status not indicated in posting. This description retains the core responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits while removing duplicate or non-essential content.
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