đŽ Remote | âď¸ Art Production | đŚ Contract-Based | đš AAA Game Design
𧞠About the Role
Side, a global leader in co-development for the video game industry, is building its Character Concept Artist Talent Pool to support future AAA, mobile, and cross-platform projects. This isnât an open role (yet), but submitting your portfolio ensures youâre top of mind for upcoming opportunities across our worldwide studio network.
If you know how to draw life into pixelsâcrafting bold, expressive characters that tell stories at first glanceâthis is your invitation.
â Position Highlights
⢠Fully Remote (U.S., Canada, UK, Romania)
⢠Contract-based work across top-tier global titles
⢠Shape the look and personality of characters in multiple genres
⢠Be first in line for future co-dev concept art opportunities
đ What Youâll Own
⢠Design visually compelling character concepts with personality, function, and flair
⢠Create costume, accessory, and character detail iterations with attention to style and gameplay mechanics
⢠Develop visuals that fit a projectâs toneâfrom stylized to hyperreal
⢠Collaborate with 3D artists, art leads, and designers to guide asset creation
⢠Deliver polished, production-ready concept sheets with callouts and breakdowns
⢠Iterate based on team and client feedback to ensure cohesion and excellence
đŻ Requirements
Experience
⢠3+ years in the game industry as a Character Concept Artist
⢠At least one shipped title (PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR)
Technical & Artistic Skills
⢠Proficient in Photoshop, Procreate, or equivalent tools
⢠Solid grasp of anatomy, shape language, proportion, and personality-driven design
⢠Ability to design for gameplay function, animation, and visual storytelling
⢠Skilled in rendering and presentation of character concepts
Creative Strengths
⢠Imaginative, flexible, and versatile across styles (fantasy, sci-fi, realism, etc.)
⢠Collaborative team player who thrives on feedback
⢠Detail-oriented, narrative-focused mindset
â Bonus Skills
⢠Familiarity with 3D tools for block-outs or rough sculpts
⢠Experience illustrating characters for varied genres and tones
⢠Visual storytelling background (e.g., comics, cinematics, storyboard art)
⢠Awareness of evolving trends in character design and art direction
âď¸ Call to Action
If youâre ready to design characters that players never forgetâand want early access to world-class co-development projectsâapply now to join Sideâs Character Concept Artist Talent Pool.
Weâll keep you informed of new openings and connect you when your skills align with future projects.
Letâs bring characters to lifeâframe by frame.