Technical Art Generalist
Mythical GamesSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
VFX, Film, GamesIndustries
Requirements
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a concept artist or other closely related experience inside the creative digital industry (games, film, VFX etc.)
- Diverse portfolio showcasing your range of skills
- Expert knowledge of traditional art techniques including drawing, painting, proportion, anatomy, composition, and perspective
- Exceptional Photoshop skills (required)
- Working knowledge of 3D software for quick modeling for concept (suggested)
- Experience in story-boarding is a plus
- Z-brush sculpting experience
- Experience in Motion Graphic Design is a plus
- Excellent communication, time-management, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; strong problem solving skills
- Highly motivated, comfortable collaborating across multiple projects at the same time, and confident in ability to create imaginative designs
Responsibilities
- Create high-end character, environment, FX progression and/or vehicle concept art that creatively and technically inform VFX execution
- Create quick sketches to help brainstorm design elements before continuing onward into fully polished concept work
- Incorporate gathered reference and tangential design elements to help inform, inspire, and give context to your work
- Paint-over existing models and look-dev to help inform detailing and structure
- Create key art imagery that establishes or conveys a visual direction
- Collaborate with show teams to help define effective solutions to key creative challenges
- Collaborate directly with Scanline's Creative Director, VFX Supervisors, and Art Directors to visualize key design elements that will lay the foundation for VFX work
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for the Concept Artist position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this a remote position, or where is it located?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What skills are required for the Concept Artist role?
Required skills include a minimum of five years of experience as a concept artist, expert knowledge of traditional art techniques like drawing, painting, anatomy, and perspective, and exceptional Photoshop skills. Working knowledge of 3D software and experience in story-boarding or Z-brush sculpting are suggested or a plus.
What is the company culture like at Scanline VFX?
Scanline VFX encourages explorers who are open to testing, learning, and iterating, believes great ideas come from everyone, and actively encourages team members to ask questions and present their ideas in a collaborative environment.
What makes a strong candidate for this Concept Artist role?
A strong candidate has a diverse portfolio showcasing a range of skills, is highly motivated and comfortable collaborating across multiple projects, with excellent communication, time-management, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.
Scanline VFX
Provides visual effects and real-time production
About Scanline VFX
Scanline VFX specializes in creating visual effects for films and television. The company uses its proprietary fluid simulation software, Flowline, to produce realistic natural elements like fire, smoke, and water. This software has been recognized with an Academy Award for its technical achievements. Scanline VFX stands out from its competitors by combining a large, diverse team of over 1,200 professionals with significant investments in its technology and infrastructure, particularly from Netflix. This allows them to take on a wide range of projects, both for Netflix and other clients. The goal of Scanline VFX is to help filmmakers achieve their artistic visions while pushing the limits of what can be done in visual effects and real-time production.
Grünwald, GermanyHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Design, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours
Risks
Increased competition from emerging VFX studios in Asia.
AI-driven VFX tools may disrupt traditional workflows.
Volatility in streaming service investments could impact Scanline's project pipeline.
Differentiation
Scanline VFX's proprietary software, Flowline, creates photorealistic natural phenomena.
Eyeline Studios offers unmatched flexibility in real-time filmmaking.
Scanline VFX has a global presence with studios in seven key locations.
Upsides
Netflix's investment enhances Scanline's pipeline and infrastructure.
Rising demand for high-quality VFX in streaming content benefits Scanline.
Expansion into South Korea capitalizes on emerging market opportunities.
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