The Concept Artist creates Concept art for visual effects in feature films. Works as part of a team of artists executing CG and traditional artwork and supports the creation of artwork that adheres to a specific design or “look” of a show.

We are looking for a Concept Artist who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, collaborative mindset and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.

On any given day, you might:

• Create of dynamic artwork that illustrates various stories and scripts

• Ensure work is done according to the specifications outlined by the Director/Key Creatives of a show.

• Implement any changes and incorporates feedback from Art Directors into artwork.

• Participate in dailies and transmissions.
 

 

Here are the skills and experience you need to be successful in this role:

• Experience in the entertainment industry

• Portfolio required

• Experience or understanding of cinematic techniques, languages and shot composition (advantage)

• Experience working as part of a Virtual Art Department (advantage)

• Develop “eye” and strong aesthetic

• Demonstrated understanding and creation of photo real work

• Experience creating some or all of the following environments, hard surface and creature design, matte paintings, shot elements, storyboards (advantage)

• Ability to collaborate with the Art Department leadership and within a production environment.

• Ability to work under pressure while implementing changes based on input from multiple sources

• Proficiency in design software required

• Ability to work in both 2D and 3D (e.g Photoshop, Maya, Blender, Zbrush, 3D-Coat, Keyshot, Octane)

• Ability to assemble research and reference material that will be influential to clients and design team.