PLAION – Munich/Planegg
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector with over three decades of history. We specialize in the distribution, publishing and development of games, merchandise, and films, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide.
Our award-winning games like Dead Island, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Metro and Road 96 attract millions of fans. Boasting our vast Games network with eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices is complemented by PLAION PICTURES – our independent film publisher and distributor. The company further extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Moreover, our strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain, highlights PLAION’s commitment to varied innovative gaming experiences.In alignment with our continued success, we are looking for a dedicated and experienced Concept Artist (all genders) helping us to take some of the most exciting AAA brands to the next level. This full-time position is based at our headquarters in Munich/Planegg in a hybrid position.In this role you will play a pivotal role to the vision of the game and the creative process. You will be creating inspiring Key Art for marketing purposes, supporting our development projects via target shots, and refining the look of new characters, environments, and architecture from concept to completion.
Your Tasks
1. You will partner with the Lead Art Director to define and own project needs
2. You will produce artwork of exceptionally high quality to be used as box art, Key Art, or generally for marketing purposes
3. You will craft high-quality concept artwork to support the Project Game Vision and the Development Art Team, acting as a conduit to merge reality and vision.
4. You will execute and carry out the direction in multiple disciplines, with a strong focus on environment art, including marketing creative, and character concept art.
5. You will assist Art Direction Processes and create high-quality aspirational target shots or in-game mockups
6. Your consumer and market view-oriented mind enables you to demonstrate excellent knowledge of the game industry and its evolution.
7. You will set and share best practices, guide on seamingless production pipelines and workflows
Your Profile
8. You have extensive experience in creating high-quality concept artwork for games or film
9. You contributed significantly least to one title as Concept Artist
10. You have excellent drawing skills in both traditional and digital forms with strong understanding of light, color, values, form, shape language, visual design, and silhouette
11. You are well experienced with relevant 2D and 3D content creation tools
12. You have relevant understanding of architectural design, lighting, rendering, and content staging
13. You are familiar with art pipelines and technical limitations in game development
14. Your ability to respond elegantly to complex creative changes, even late in the process sets you apart
15. You are highly organized, self-driven, customer-focused, and overall, a great team player
What we offer
16. We provide hybrid working model, flexible working hours, work from anywhere
17. We provide local company benefits such as Company events, language courses, mental Health Aiders, fitness cooperations, bicycle leasing, company subsidized pension contribution, etc.
18. We provide a wide range of training and development opportunities as part of our PLAION Academy
19. At PLAION we believe in the power of affinity groups and support various communities (e.g. LGBTQAI+, Women at, Helping Hands, AI, Accessibility. Your Chance to learn new skills, provide mutual support and encourage free self-determined development
20. We provide a casual work environment with open door policy
21. You will the opportunity to share your passion for movies and games with colleagues on daily basis and at industry events
22. You will have free access to all our games and films!
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued and respected: At PLAION, everyone is welcome - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or any other characteristics. Join us and be part of shaping our culture by fostering and empowering an inclusive journey to thrive and grow.