Concept Artist

Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the video game industry, with over 40 studios in 15 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.
Our industry-leading services include codev, art production, localization, audio production, quality assurance, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets.
Join Side's global team of passionate gamers and contribute to top-notch game development. Please note, this listing is not for an immediate open position but for our Talent Pool for Co-Development Roles. By applying, you express interest in being considered for future project-based opportunities that align with your skills and experience.
These opportunities are contingent on client needs and project availability. As projects are initiated or client proposals are developed, we will review candidates from this pool and contact those who most closely align with the specific requirements of the co-development opportunity.
We will check in to confirm your availability and interest.
Our hiring teams carefully vet and select top candidates who best meet project needs, ensuring that you are matched with the right opportunity when it becomes available.
If you are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge projects and want to be considered for future co-development opportunities, we encourage you to apply to this listing. While there may not be an immediate opening, your application ensures that you will be part of our ongoing talent review for upcoming roles.
Only resumes submitted in English will be considered.

Design and create visually striking concept art for environments and props that align with the game’s creative vision and storytelling goals.
Collaborate with art directors, 3D artists, and level designers to ensure cohesive world-building and asset production.
Develop a variety of designs, including landscapes, architecture, interiors, and unique prop elements, from sketches to highly polished concepts.
Provide detailed visual breakdowns, callouts, and reference materials to guide 3D asset creation.
Ensure consistency in style and quality across all environment and prop designs, adhering to the project’s art direction.
Stay updated on current trends and techniques in concept art and apply them to your work.

3+ years of professional experience as an Environment or Prop Concept Artist in the video game industry.
~ Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Photoshop, Procreate, or equivalent software.
Strong understanding of perspective, composition, lighting, and color theory as they relate to environmental and prop design.
Knowledge of architectural and industrial design principles for creating believable and imaginative settings.
Ability to design a range of styles, from realistic to stylized, depending on project requirements.
Passion for visual storytelling and creating immersive game worlds.
Commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality designs that meet both artistic and technical requirements.

Familiarity with 3D modeling software for block-outs or visualization.
Background in architectural visualization, industrial design, or environmental storytelling.
Knowledge of Unreal Engine or Unity for understanding the integration of assets into game environments.

Note: Specific requirements may vary depending on project needs.