Job Description
PLAY, GROW and WIN
To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.
At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004.
Virtuosi is a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.
At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win – together.
About The Position
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage a team of Junior and Senior concept artists engaged in projects of different styles, genres and platforms.
- Establish art production pipelines in coordination with Art Director and clients, managing multiple project simultaneously to meet multiple clients’ visual targets.
- Ensure technical formatting and artistic quality of deliverables through iterative development and process-driven improvement.
- Advise and communicate with Art Director regarding artistic and technical matters pertaining to outsourcing projects and in-house projects.
- Design and create quality benchmarks for other junior and senior concept artists. This may include (but is not limited to) environments, backgrounds, characters, props and color schemes of gaming or video production based ideas presented by client development teams.
- Participate in recruitment and training of new talent in building a strong and versatile team.
Qualifications
- More than 5 years’ experience of concept art works in game industry, at least 1 year experience in a position of leadership.
- High level of creativity and problem-solving skills with an ability to adapt game design considerations into art assets for 3D production and a profound understanding of how to create a visual experience that goes hand-in-hand with game play.
- Highly versatile with an ability to flexibly move between art styles with an understanding of best practices for reaching the visual target in a variety of project styles.
- Strong technical aptitude in software packages such as Photoshop/Painter, Zbrush. Knowledge of how to employ 3D production techniques into a concept workflow, including both not limited to whiteboxing, polypainting and compositing.
- A high proficiency in speed painting and producing iterative mockup designs, clarifying and over painting design changes.
- Strong artistic aptitude in industrial design, life drawing, character- and environment painting backed up with a solid grasp on art fundamentals, functional design and stylization.
- Highly organized individual with an eye for details, precision and a passion for leading and mentoring. Open to sharing techniques and workflow to enhance the process efficiency and quality of art assets.
- An effective communicator capable of matching and assigning tasks to best fit individual skills and independently making sure that relevant measures are taken to maintain visual standards.
- Proven experience of painting and designing for visual brands, maintaining visual coherency in concept work.
- Self-motivated team player with the ability to prioritize and break down large orders into process-oriented tasks with emphasis on timely delivery schedules to accommodate our clients.
- College / University degree in Art related field (including architecture and industrial design).
About Us
Founded in 2004, Virtuos is one of the largest independent video game development companies. We are headquartered in Singapore with over 3,500 employees across 22 offices in Asia, Europe, and North America. Specializing in full-cycle game development and art production, we have delivered high-quality content for more than 1,500 console, PC, and mobile games. Our clients include 23 of the top 25 gaming companies worldwide. Visit www.virtuosgames.com to find out how we can make games better, together.
About Our Team
Since the turn of the century, Xi’an has made a conscious effort to foster the growth of its high-tech industries, including software development firms. Virtuos has planted roots here as well, becoming a leading AAA game developer with an established studio in the city. As a result, Virtuos Xi’an has become the most attractive choice for anyone in Shaanxi province wishing to embark on a career in game development. And as the fastest growing studio in the whole of Virtuos, there’s plenty of room for new talents to hop in and contribute to the world’s biggest console games – a dream that would have been impossible even a decade ago.
Since our establishment in 2012, Virtuos Xi’an has never stopped growing and continues to expand by providing top-quality art services from concept art to 3D art for major titles.
About The Team
- Work at Virtuos Xi’an, one of our fastest growing studios
- Experience life in the historic capital of China
- Contribute to the world’s biggest AAA gaming titles
- Customized training programs and regular workshops
- Monthly gaming competitions and other activities
- Gaming corners with consoles and a common area
- Comprehensive medical healthcare provided for all staff
- Relocation support provided
- Career and international mobility opportunities with Virtuos Internal Mobility Program
People matter. Diverse opinions and experiences matter. At Virtuos, our talented teams are the cornerstone of our success, and we recognize that fostering and advocating for inclusivity is at the center of what we do best - we make games better, together. Virtuos is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity of thought, expression, culture, and backgrounds.
