5 Concept Artist jobs in Canada

Job Description

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.

Help us bring stories to the world. Join Side's global team of passionate gamers and contribute to top-notch game development. Discover opportunities in Asia, North America, South America, Europe, and beyond.

Experience our side of life! For more information, visit

About This Opportunity

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.

How We Keep You Engaged

We maintain strong relationships with our talent pool by providing regular updates, industry insights, and information on upcoming opportunities. 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.

Next Steps

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed and visually striking character concept art, including clothing, accessories, and other character elements.
• Collaborate closely with art leads, 3D artists, and game designers to ensure character designs align with the project’s creative vision and gameplay requirements.
• Generate character designs across a variety of styles, from realistic to stylized, depending on the project needs.
• Develop iterations of character concepts, providing a range of options and exploring unique visual ideas.
• Maintain consistency and quality in design, ensuring characters fit cohesively into the game’s world.
• Provide detailed callouts and reference materials for 3D artists and animators to guide asset production.
• Participate in regular feedback sessions, iterating on designs based on team and client input.

Requirements

Experience :

• 3+ years of professional experience as a Character Concept Artist in the video game industry.
• Demonstrated contribution to at least one shipped title on PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR.

Technical Skills :

• Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Photoshop, Procreate, or equivalent software.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, proportion, and character design principles.
• Ability to design characters with attention to personality, storytelling, and gameplay functionality.
• Knowledge of rendering techniques to create high-quality, polished concept art.

Creative and Collaborative Skills :

• Ability to generate original and imaginative character concepts that push creative boundaries.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with experience incorporating feedback into iterative designs.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering exceptional character designs.

Passion for Gaming : Genuine enthusiasm for character design in video games and an understanding of how design choices impact gameplay and storytelling.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with 3D modeling tools for block-out or rough sculpting.
• Experience designing characters for a range of genres, including fantasy, sci-fi, and realistic settings.
• Background in visual storytelling or narrative illustration.
• Knowledge of current trends and techniques in concept art and game development.

Note: Specific requirements may vary depending on project needs.

Job Description

Job Description

As a Concept Artist specializing in weapons at Ubi MTL, you will create iconic designs to enhance the player experience worldwide. Your work will involve conceptualizing and designing weapons, leveraging existing assets while creating new ones to fill gaps in the current asset library.

Creative and self-sufficient, you’ll produce concepts quickly and efficiently, combining hard-surface design expertise with organic elements. You’ll play a key role in the design process, from ideation to detailed illustrations ready for integration, while working closely with the art team to refine your work based on feedback.

What you’ll do

• Design and conceptualize original weapons: combine existing assets with new elements to fill gaps in the asset library.
• Produce rapid, iterative concepts with a targeted pace of ~1 completed weapon per week (sketching, reference gathering, refinement).
• Assemble and block out 3D scenes using provided files, exploring compatible and creative combinations.
• Develop designs blending hard-surface precision with organic flourishes.
• Create sketches and iterations, culminating in detailed illustrations ready for integration.
• Present your concepts to the art team regularly, accept feedback, and adjust your work accordingly.
• Balance creative ambition with technical constraints.

What you bring to the team

• Expertise in digital painting and solid familiarity with 3D software (e.g., 3ds Max).
• Strong artistic foundations: lighting, composition, perspective, anatomy, etc.
• Specific expertise in weapon concept art, supported by a portfolio showcasing weapons and technical props.
• Familiarity with 3D tools for blocking and scene assembly (no final modeling or engine integration).
• Strong creativity, constant curiosity, and a passion for visual exploration.
• Open-mindedness, flexibility, and enthusiasm for cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to manage projects autonomously and efficiently, with senior-level skills to meet high expectations without close supervision.

What to send our way

• Your CV highlighting your education, experience, and relevant skills.
• A portfolio showcasing technical concepts and your best work (attach images or provide a link to your personal website or portfolio).

About us

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. They believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join their journey and help create the unknown!

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

Job Description

VFX Visual Development Artist/Concept Artist - Environments

All applicants must be residents of British Columbia, Canada.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada ie. Citizen, PR, Open Work Permit.

At this time, we’re pleased to offer this role as an option to work from home OR work from our Vancouver studio in the beautiful Gastown area, close to the Waterfront Station in Downtown. (Remote is not available outside of BC; there is no hybrid)

About Zoic 
Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high end visual effects for television, film, and advertising. Our mantra is Visual Evolution - we focus on every part of the process, from the final picture to the pipeline used to create them.   

Are you looking for your next creative and technical challenge? Come join our team!  

Why Join Zoic? 

• We are an Artist owned and operated VFX studio. 
• We love what we do and always stay curious about new technology and techniques. 
• We respect work/life balance in a hectic industry. 
• We work with a team from all walks of life and backgrounds. 

We are excited to share an incredible stop-motion animated feature project that promises creativity, collaboration, and a fantastic chance to showcase your skills! 

Summary of Position

As a VFX Visual Development Artist/Concept Artist for Environments, you will be responsible for creating visual development pieces that define and/or refine the visual style and storytelling of our project. You will work closely with the VFX Art Director and creative leads to produce compelling visuals that guide the production of our film.  

Job Functions

• Collaborate with the VFX Art Director to conceptualize and/or iterate on key visual beats and themes throughout the film.  
• Starting from storyboards, 2D concept art, or rough pre-vis models, develop and create visually stunning key art that aligns with the film’s visual style and narrative.  
• Render high-quality key images to provide various VFX departments (Enviro, Lighting, FX, Comp) with realistic and applicable production ready targets.  
• Use 2D software to refine production images and/or elements into practical production ready targets.  
• Work closely with the production team to ensure deliverables meet fast- paced delivery schedules.  
• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and reviews to provide creative input and feedback.  
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and department leads to ensure alignment of visual goals and project timelines.  

Qualifications 

• 3+ years’ experience as a Visual Development Artist/Concept Artist, preferably in the VFX or film industry.  
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of high-quality visual development and key art pieces.  
• Excellent understanding of color theory, lighting, composition, and visual storytelling.  
• Strong artistic skills with a keen eye for detail and realism.  
• Experience working with reference data, renders, photos, HDRIs, and photogrammetry.  
• Ability to work collaboratively in an extremely fast-paced, creative environment.  
• Strong time-management skills.  
• Proficiency in 3D modeling, sculpting, and rendering software such as Maya, Blender, Houdini, Terragen, World Creator, Gaea, ZBrush is required; experience with Adobe Creative Suite, is preferred.  

Preferred Skills:   

• Strong photography portfolio.  
• Experience in traditional art forms such as drawing, sculpting, or painting.

Additional information

• British Columbia Employees Pay Range: $45 - $65 (The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position)
• Zoic does not cover relocation costs.
• Any and all WFH positions require the candidate to have a reliable internet connection via ethernet and work on Pacific Standard Time.
• This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
• Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we regret that only those selected to interview will be contacted.

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Job Description

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.

Help us bring stories to the world. Join Side's global team of passionate gamers and contribute to top-notch game development. Discover opportunities in Asia, North America, South America, Europe, and beyond.

Experience our side of life! For more information, visit

About This Opportunity

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.

How We Keep You Engaged

We maintain strong relationships with our talent pool by providing regular updates, industry insights, and information on upcoming opportunities. 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.

Next Steps

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Explore and iterate on creative ideas to solve visual and narrative challenges.
• 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.

Requirements

Experience :

• 3+ years of professional experience as an Environment or Prop Concept Artist in the video game industry.
• Demonstrated contribution to at least one shipped title on PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR.

Technical Skills :

• 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.

Creative and Collaborative Skills :

• Ability to design a range of styles, from realistic to stylized, depending on project requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience integrating feedback into iterative designs.
• Passion for visual storytelling and creating immersive game worlds.

Attention to Detail : Commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality designs that meet both artistic and technical requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with 3D modeling software for block-outs or visualization.
• Experience with procedural design tools like Houdini.
• 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.