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Senior Illustrator

At Rockstar Games, we create the games we would want to play ourselves.

A career at Rockstar is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding, large-scale projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a friendly, inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar Games New York is looking for a highly talented and experienced illustrator to work out of our unique NYC based studio. The successful candidate will be working on a variety of exciting, creative, and cutting-edge projects. The ability to work quickly and efficiently as part of a team, take direction, and maintain a positive attitude under pressure is essential.

WHAT WE DO

• The Art team works on all creative related to Rockstar Games and games publishing. This can range from creating key art and in-game art for our games through to branding, merchandising, and everything in between.
• We work very closely with teams across all of publishing, as well as our development studios worldwide.
• Our designs are often the first thing people see on any Rockstar game and we take great pride in creating artwork for this unique and iconic brand.
• We are lovers of culture and creativity across all forms of media and our work gives Rockstar’s products their unique look and feel from stickers and special edition packaging to giant billboards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop key art images for packaging, advertising, print and the web.
• Develop illustrations from concept and sketches to finished product.
• Closely mimic pre-existing art styles.
• Develop new art styles.
• Develop branding-based illustrations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Very strong working knowledge of Photoshop.
• Working knowledge of 3D software like ZBrush, Marvelous Designer, and Marmoset Toolbag is a strong plus.
• Ability to create PDFs for purposes of reviewing work.
• Passion for contemporary culture, including video games, film, and art.

SKILLS

• Exceptional drawing and painting skills. Strong knowledge of anatomy, gesture, composition, perspective, and use of color is essential.
• Exceptional and efficient sketching ability for developing illustration concepts.
• A strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in and quickly adapt a variety of art styles is essential, ranging from very graphic to photo realistic.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. A portfolio showcasing your work is also required to be considered for this role. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.