About Ironroot Games
Ironroot Games is an independent studio forged by passionate developers focused on crafting deeply engaging experiences. Our work centers on memorable characters, purposeful gameplay, and worlds full of wonder.
Contract Concept Artist (2-Month Contract)
Company: Ironroot Games
Project: Unannounced Title
Location: Remote
Contract Length: Approximately 2 months
Start: ASAP
About Ironroot Games
Ironroot Games is an independent game studio founded by veteran AAA developers (ZeniMax Online Studios, Naughty Dog, and others). Our current project is a third-person action-adventure set in a sci-fi world. The game blends precision combat, atmospheric exploration, and a strong narrative focus on renewal and balance.
We are looking for a contract Concept Artist to help explore and refine the visual identity of the world during an early development phase.
Role Overview
We are seeking a talented Concept Artist to collaborate with our creative and art direction team during a short exploratory phase of development. This role will focus on visual development and style exploration rather than production asset creation.
The artist will help define the visual language of the world, characters, and environments through sketches, studies, and polished key concepts.
Responsibilities
- Create concept artwork to help establish the visual tone and art direction of the project
- Produce exploratory sketches and iterations for characters, environments, creatures, and world elements
- Collaborate with the Creative Director and Art Director to refine the overall art style
- Generate mood boards, shape language studies, and visual explorations
- Develop a small number of polished key concepts to guide the team
- Participate in feedback sessions and iterate on concepts quickly
Qualifications
- Strong portfolio demonstrating concept art for games, film, or animation
- Ability to explore multiple visual directions quickly
- Excellent skills in composition, lighting, color, and shape design
- Experience designing characters, creatures, environments, or worldbuilding elements
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in a remote environment
Nice to Have
- Experience working on action or adventure games
- Familiarity with solarpunk, sci-fi, fantasy, or stylized realism
- Experience developing visual style guides or art bibles
- Professional game industry experience
Contract Details
- Contract length: Approximately 2 months
- Workload: Flexible (part-time or full-time depending on availability)
- Location: Remote
- Compensation: Competitive freelance rate based on experience
How to Apply
Please send the following:
- Portfolio or ArtStation link
- Short introduction and availability
- Day rate or contract rate (optional)
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