Concept Artist (Environment - Visual Development & World Design) - Volunteer Rol

Concept Artist (Environment – Visual Development & World Design)
The Donovan’s Venom (501c3 Nonprofit)
Department:

Interactive Media Studio (Game Development)
Location:

Remote
Position Type:

Volunteer Role
Reports To:

Video Game Art Manager / Art Direction Leadership
Position Overview
The

Concept Artist (Environment)

is responsible for creating visual designs and concepts for game environments, including landscapes, interiors, and world elements.
This role focuses on translating ideas into clear visual direction that guides 3D artists, designers, and developers during production.
Operating at the intersection of

art direction, environment design, and visual storytelling , this role is critical to shaping the look, feel, and atmosphere of the game world.
Key Responsibilities
Environment Concept Design

Create concept art for:
Landscapes
Environments
Architectural elements
Develop visually compelling and cohesive designs

Visual Development

Explore different visual directions and styles
Establish the look and feel of environments
Refine concepts through iteration

Composition & Layout

Design compositions that:
Guide viewer focus
Support gameplay and exploration
Create clear and readable scenes

Mood & Atmosphere

Use color, lighting, and design to:
Establish mood
Enhance storytelling
Create immersive visual tone

Reference & Research

Gather and use references to:
Inform designs
Ensure realism or stylistic consistency
Incorporate real-world or stylized inspiration

Production-Ready Concepts

Create clear and detailed concept art that:
Guides 3D modeling
Supports environment creation
Ensure designs are practical and buildable

Collaboration with Teams

Work with:
3D artists (asset creation)
Designers (gameplay alignment)
Developers (technical feasibility)
Ensure concepts align with production needs

Iteration & Feedback

Revise concepts based on feedback
Improve designs through iteration
Adapt to evolving project requirements

Style Consistency

Follow established art direction and style
Maintain visual consistency across environments

Documentation & Organization

Organize concept files and references
Maintain clear naming and versioning practices

Problem-Solving & Constraints

Adapt designs based on:
Technical limitations
Scope constraints
Balance creativity with feasibility

Continuous Improvement

Improve concept art techniques
Stay current with industry trends
Enhance visual storytelling skills

Volunteer Commitment Expectations
Estimated Commitment:

10-15 hours per week
Flexible schedule
Participation in art and development meetings required
Fully remote

Minimum Qualifications
1–3 years of experience in:
Concept art
Environment design
Visual development
Strong skills in:
Digital illustration tools (e.g., Photoshop, Procreate)
Understanding of:
Composition
Color theory
Perspective

Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on:
Game projects
Animation or visual storytelling
Experience collaborating with 3D artists
Experience in remote teams

Core Competencies
Concept Art & Visual Development
Creates clear and compelling environment concepts
Defines visual direction

Composition & Storytelling
Designs readable and engaging scenes
Supports narrative through visuals

Attention to Detail
Maintains quality and consistency
Produces production-ready concepts

Collaboration
Works with art, design, and development teams
Aligns concepts with production needs

Creativity & Adaptability
Explores new ideas and directions
Adjusts based on feedback

Problem Solving
Adapts designs to constraints
Balances creativity and feasibility

Work Environment
Fully remote
Collaborative game development environment
Creative and iterative workflow

Important Disclaimer
Disclaimer
This is a volunteer position and does not constitute employment. Responsibilities may evolve based on organizational needs.
As a 100% volunteer-led U.S. nonprofit organization, we may engage volunteers located outside the United States. International volunteer participation is subject to applicable U.S. sanctions and export-control requirements, data privacy and information-security requirements, background screening where appropriate, and confirmation that the volunteer’s country and assigned responsibilities have been approved by the organization.
We are onboarding individuals who are ready to contribute immediately.