Lead Concept Artist: Xbox Game Studios

Turn 10 Studios, creators of the award-winning Forza franchise based in Redmond, WA, are looking for the right person to join our high-caliber team. At Turn 10 we make genre-leading racing games for Xbox and Windows that are known for consistent quality, innovation, and authenticity.

Our vision is to grow Forza into the world’s leading brand for automotive entertainment. Come play a key role on our team and help us achieve this ambitious goal. 

This job involves leveraging advanced artistic abilities to design solutions for a broad host of visual needs, such as: environments, characters, automotive livery and product designs. 

Work directly with Art Director and collaborate with other discipline leads to drive visuals for entire product 

Create inspirational digital paintings that communicate mood, tone, and direction 

Aid multiple departments in problem solving for various visual/graphical needs 

Ability to quickly learn basics of proprietary tool sets for in-house engine and technologies 

Effectively manage multiple assignments with varying end dates simultaneously 

Collaborate with all members of the Concept depart including sharing ideas, receiving and providing critique, and mentorship (when practical) 

BA or BFA in Fine Art, Concept Art, or similar 

5 years Concept artist role or similar on AAA titles or in film 

Strong understanding of visual story-telling and composition 

Proficiency in Photoshop 

3D modeling, 3D painting (Substance Painter), Adobe After Effects experience a plus 

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written 

Up to date with the latest concept production techniques (utilizing 3D models and photo manipulation, etc) 

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