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Principal Concept Artist

PUBG Corp. is the developer and publisher of the blockbuster battle royale video game, PLAYERUNKNOWN'S BATTLEGROUNDS (PUBG). Since its release, PUBG has received worldwide acclaim, selling tens of millions of copies and winning multiple game awards worldwide. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, PUBG Corp. has six operational offices globally across North America, Europe, and Asia.

We’re looking for humble but ambitious, solution-oriented professionals, who are decisive and aren’t afraid to experiment. Like us, you take play seriously; you’re passionate about games and in particular PUBG. We embrace those who see things differently, aren’t afraid to experiment, and who question the status quo.

PUBG Corporation Madison WI office is seeking an experienced and talented Concept artist to help create high quality and detailed assets. You will work closely with different disciplines to help define the look and aesthetic feel of assets from creatures, characters, weapons, environments, and FX.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Creative Director, Lead Artists and Art Direction to maintain consistent quality and style.
• Expert knowledge concepting and creating high-resolution concepts of characters, environments, and FX.
• Work closely with Design, Animation, and Art to create a compelling product that helps sell the aesthetic quality we strive for.
• Ability to produce high quality concept art and the ability to deliver consistent quality across all areas.
• Work with Producers and Leads to accurately create, track, and manage tasks.
• Ability to not only receive and implement feedback but also provide feedback to other artists and create paint overs and reference sheets.
• Communicate well with others to help create new pipelines, tools, and processes.
• Create documentation and share knowledge along with mentoring junior artists.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience concepting characters, weapons, and environments for industry leading games.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, shape, form, and structure and silhouette.
• Knowledge in the articulation of mechanical parts regarding weapons.
• Expert knowledge of 2D fundamentals like anatomy, lighting, material, color, and composition.
• Good communicating skills and ability to provide efficient feedback to team member.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of weapon design including silhouette, forms, function, and purpose.
• Ability to work under deadlines, manage and prioritize tasks and is self-motivated.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of industry software, tools and pipelines.

Bonus Skills:

• Prior Leadership\Mentoring experience
• Knowledge of Zbrush, Keyshot or concept sculpting or modeling.
• Perforce and Jira experience.
• Interest in playing games and giving feedback based on that experience.

Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• 100% family coverage of medical, dental, vision insurance
• Competitive amount of Paid Time Off for all employees
• 401K match, covered life insurance
• Video Game Budget of $300/year
• Tasty catered lunches and fully stocked kitchen
• Free parking downtown Madison, WI
• Lots of PUBG Swag including Loot Box drops, free PUBG play on Steam & monthly PUBG company rumbles
• Team outings and events throughout the year

Don’t forget to include a resume, cover letter, references, work samples (and/or GitHub or Artstation or personal portoflio) and anything else you’d like to create to help us understand why you’re the best candidate for this position! In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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