[PAID] 2D Character Designer - US BASED ONLY
TicToc Games is seeking a 2D Character Designer with a love of character, storytelling, RPGs and a desire to work on high quality indie console games!
US-based applicants only.
Responsibilities:
Work with the Art Director to create interesting, unique, and diverse characters (Main Characters, NPCs, Bosses, etc) from initial concepts to final renderings and model-ready turnarounds.
Match project art style by working in a cartoony/stylized manner using exaggerated proportions, sharp angles, flat colors and cel-shading.
Iterate on existing concepts to push designs and infuse characters with your personal creative ideas and inspiration.
Iterate on designs to ensure they are easily translated into a 3D space.
Think independently -- we want someone who will be empowered to bring their unique perspective to this project.
Communicate with producers and the art team to ensure art quality deadlines are met.
Requirements:
2+ years practical art/design experience working in interactive media or animation.
Strong Draftsmanship, attention to detail, knowledge of anatomy, and character posing.
Ability to take concept from loose sketch to full render in sharp, flat, cel-shaded style.
Ability to create accurate turnarounds for 3D modelers.
Think independently and creatively, pushing the boundaries of existing concepts and iterating on them.
Strong sense of color and lighting.
Expert Adobe Photoshop skills w/ strong painting and rendering skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a team environment.
Unrelenting self-motivation and initiative to make the art better in our games.
Looking forward to working and learning agile/scrum development.
BA in related discipline or technical equivalent.
Pluses:
Strong passion for turn-based/JRPG games.
Knowledge of and/or passion for wrestling.
Graphic design skills: knowledge of form and color design.
Storytelling abilities: sketching, wireframing and storyboarding abilities on paper and screen.
Previous experience with motion graphics, animation and special effects.
Developed your own games for fun.
3D Modeling Skills, knowledge of Maya or Blender.
Love console and pc gaming.
Passion for illustrating.
Have a higher educational degree.
Required Application Materials
Resume.
Digital Portfolio submissions such as website, blog or online album.
Qualified Candidates should submit their resume and portfolio to jobs@tictocgames.com for consideration.