Concept Artist Job in Zynga

Zynga is looking for an expert and talented concept artist to join the team in Bangalore. You will work closely with the Art Director and Producer to create stunning realistic imagery for our mobile and web products.

You will be responsible for conceiving and finishing high quality and dynamic casino themed scenes with life-like, interesting characters used in game and for promotional purposes. You will also be responsible for visualization, conceiving various assets and characters used throughout the game.

A passion for creating the unexpected is a must!

Responsibilities:

The Concept Artist will work with the Art Director and Producer, creating art assets which drive the visual identity of the game. This Artist will also create final in-game artwork, style guide and placeholder artwork. The Concept Artist will create whimsical, fantasy themed and realistic themed illustrations similar to what might be done for theme parks, video games, animation films, toys etc.

Suggested:

The concept artist will create high impact, engaging illustrations, UI elements and concept layouts that define high quality game aesthetics to the player.

Required Skills:

• Quick sketching ability
• Quick visualization ability from written descriptions or discussed ideas
• Illustration background preferred with different styles
• Ability to create photo realistic illustrations or cartoony styles for use in game and marketing purposes
• Ability to communicate visually, and to identify and define visual design issues and solutions
• Excellent design skills, including the effective use of color, form, lighting, composition, Anatomy and aesthetics
• Proficient in character, prop design and Background designs
• A passion for games, virtual worlds, and social networking
• Excellent Photoshop skills and other concept art tools
• A strong concept art portfolio
• 3D Studio Max or Maya proficiency is a plus
• 10+yrs of industry experience

What we offer you:

• Work in a studio that has complete P&L ownership of games
• Competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus scheme and Zynga RSUs
• Full medical, accident as well as life insurance benefits
• Catered breakfast, lunch and evening snacks
• Child care facilities for women employees and discounted facilities for male employees
• Well stocked pantry
• Generous Paid Maternity/Paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Active Employee Resource Groups Women at Zynga
• Frequent employee events
• Additional leave options for most employees
• Flexible working hours on many teams
• Casual dress every single day
• Work with cool people and impact millions of daily players

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