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Nintendo

Concept Artist [Contract] (Retro Studios)

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $144K/yr

Has 3 or more years' gaming industry experience as a concept artist, including at least one ... Excellent 2D drawing skills with a strong grasp of composition, color theory, perspective, lighting ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$20 - $50/hr

... seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our Roblox ... Concept Development: Collaborate with the creative team to brainstorm and develop visual concepts ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA

$20 - $50/hr

... seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our Roblox ... Concept Development: Collaborate with the creative team to brainstorm and develop visual concepts ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$20 - $50/hr

... seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our Roblox ... Concept Development: Collaborate with the creative team to brainstorm and develop visual concepts ...

Valicy

3D Artist

Wilmington, NC

A solid grasp of form, color, and light for both 2D and 3D art assets is essential. The 3D Artist ... Produce concept sketches and quick edits to communicate artistic concepts with the team.

Arrow International, Inc

Senior Artist

$130K - $155K/yr

You will be involved in every stage of game development, from concept exploration and visual ... Create and animate high-quality 2D game assets and VFX. * Ensure timely delivery of assets to meet ...

Arrow International Inc

Senior Artist

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$123K - $147K/yr

You will be involved in every stage of game development, from concept exploration and visual ... Create and animate high-quality 2D game assets and VFX. * Ensure timely delivery of assets to meet ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee 2d concept artist in the United States is $132,826.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a trainee 2D concept artist?

A Trainee 2D Concept Artist is an entry-level professional who assists in creating visual representations of ideas for video games, films, or animations. They typically work under the supervision of senior artists to develop character designs, environments, props, and other visual elements in 2D form. This role is designed for individuals who are building their portfolios and gaining industry experience, often learning industry-standard software and workflows on the job. Trainee 2D Concept Artists play a crucial role in the early stages of creative projects, helping to establish the look and feel of a production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trainee 2D concept artist?

To thrive as a Trainee 2D Concept Artist, you need strong drawing fundamentals, a good understanding of color, composition, and anatomy, often supported by a relevant art degree or portfolio. Familiarity with digital illustration tools like Adobe Photoshop or Procreate is typically required. Creativity, openness to feedback, and effective communication help you collaborate with art directors and other team members. These skills are crucial for producing imaginative, production-ready artwork that supports the visual development of games or animations.

What are some common challenges faced by trainee 2D concept artists when transitioning from personal projects to professional studio work?

Trainee 2D Concept Artists often find that adapting to studio workflows, meeting tight deadlines, and incorporating feedback from multiple team members can be challenging compared to personal projects. In a professional environment, there's a strong emphasis on consistency with the project's style guide and collaborating closely with art directors, game designers, and other artists. Learning to iterate quickly based on constructive criticism and balancing creativity with project requirements are key skills that trainees develop as they gain experience. The collaborative nature of studio work also means effective communication and openness to feedback are essential for growth and success.
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Sr Concept Artist, Environments

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE)

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$137K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?

Sony Interactive Entertainment isn't just the Best Place to Play - it's also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we're part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.


Join the award-winning team that created God of War

Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced Sr Environment Concept Artist for the development of a new unannounced title!

We are looking for an experienced concept artist with a focus on environments to help us visualize imaginative and unique worlds that set the bar for creativity and complexity on the PlayStation console. You would contribute to the artistic vision, working with art teams to establish the tone of the game, and bring it to life. As a member of the team passionate about environments, you must effectively collaborate with the Art Director, Game Director, and Art Leads to craft worlds that are visually spectacular and cohesive while also working with a wide range of development team members to ensure technical feasibility. Help us craft unique visuals that define our industry!

Responsibilities
  • Design environments, props, production callouts, system interacts, high vision concept art, color scripts, marketing material and other visual guides and tasks as needed to assist the development team
  • Combine the goals of game design, art direction, and technological considerations to build industry defining environments
  • Research and initiate information gathering of pertinent subject matter to your task
  • Develop and maintain strong creative and collaborative partnerships across disciplines to help further develop the in-game environments, visual language, and rule sets for fantasy-based worlds
  • Solve complex artistic development issues for both artists as well as other team members
  • Actively improve your skills and maintain an awareness of industry techniques, tools, evaluate competitive products, learning new software packages and traditional art methods
  • Serve as an artistic resource for overall product or as a studio resource - this includes, but is not limited to conducting general research, developing ground-breaking techniques, or testing new systems and tools
Requirements
  • Strong command of foundation art skills (drawing, painting and rendering, material indication, perspective, composition, color theory, design, anatomy and 2d and 3d design techniques)
  • Strong design skills with the ability to render realistic believable fantasy based props, architecture, and natural landscapes using contemporary industry standard tools and techniques
  • Strong ideation, brainstorming and documentation skills
  • Proficiency in Photoshop with an emphasis on drawing, painting and image making
  • Ability to block out ideas in 3D as well as 2D depending on the needs of the task
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills - this entails collaborating with the Production group to coordinate task lists to ensure assignments are progressing well according to schedules, objectives, and overall project goals
  • Familiarity with video game product development and the fundamentals of 3D packages
  • Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts or relevant curriculum or equivalent skillset
  • 3+ years of AAA video game platform experience
Preferred Experience
  • Two or more published titles is desirable

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At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Clickhere to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$120,600-$180,800 USD

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