Lead Concept Artist

Zynga is seeking a Lead Concept Artist to join one of our Game Teams! We are looking for expert creative leaders who can help drive teams, encourage passion, and aid in the creation of new concepts and production art on major branded, mobile game title.

The Lead Concept Artist will work closely with the Art Director and Producers, crafting art assets which drive the visual identity of the game. This Artist will also build final in-game artwork and placeholder artwork, as well as help coordinate the production of other assets made by the art team.

This role includes directing a team of dedicated artists, as well as working alongside them as a contributor to the artwork of the game in a balanced fashion. Our creative team is a growing community of super hardworking, industry veteran artists, animators, and other specialists who help bring the vision of our games to life at Zynga – we want to see if you can to join us in our journey!

Main Responsibilities

• Providing mentorship & feedback to other artists on the team while staying on top of one’s own assignment deadlines
• Build top-of-the-line game artwork at all stages of the pipeline, including early concept art, and final game artwork and assets
• Working closely with artwork from third-party vendors, providing feedback and mentorship when needed
• Acting as a core advisor to the overall creative vision of the game, alongside other creative field leads on the team
• Work closely with the Art Director in the ongoing establishment, execution, maintenance, and development of the game’s core art style and style guide
• Clear and smooth communication across to the other fields (Engineering, Production, etc.) to keep the team in alignment
• Leading, managing and developing a small team of dedicated concept artists
• Maintaining and Contributing to a healthy and happy team environment

Desired Skills and Experience

• 8+ years of experience as a concept artist, with 2+ years of experience leading a team— please include your portfolio with relevant industry/personal work.
• Excellent eye for composition, color theory, design with strong rendering skills, and ability to adapt to different art styles
• Photoreal and Hyperreal painting and rendering skills highly valued for this role
• Flexible mastery of art for different subject matter (Characters, Environments, Props, UI) highly valued for this role
• Strong ability to render identifiable human likenesses (ie brand-specific actors and characters)
• Ability to visualize ideas from others quickly and clearly, during conceptual phases in storyboards/mockups in unique and creative way
• Ability to quickly identify problems and suggest solutions in pitches, art reviews and impromptu conversations
• Ability to give precise and timely feedback to artists of different levels, and to gauge level of support needed according to their skills & train them in your craft and processes
• Strong organizational skills, and ability to keep pace with management and production resources, tracking and documentation
• BFA or equivalent degree with knowledge of Adobe Suite

Additional skills —

• UI design experience
• Previous experience working with IP/likenesses
• Previous experience working in Fantasy genres, a plus
• 3D texture painting
• Interest in puzzle & RPG genre of mobile games
• The ability to integrate basic art into Unity & knowledge of Maya a plus
• Understanding of animation principles and aesthetics of Mobile Games, a plus

What we offer you:

• Work in a studio that has complete P&L ownership of games
• Create next-gen games that will be played and loved by millions of players around the world
• Work in a collaborative team that invests in your development and growth on-the-job
• Competitive salary, bonus plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 20 days annual leave + company holidays
• Extended medical coverage that includes OPD, dental, vision and telehealth
• Group Life, Disability and Critical Illness insurance
• Equitable Childcare facilities for all employees
• Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programs
• Family planning and nurturing support programs
• Comprehensive leave options and flexible working hours to ensure work life balance.
• Keep your health on track with our wellbeing programs covering fitness expenses and complimentary meals served around the clock
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Around the year employee events and casual dress every single day
• A diverse team of friendly, fun and supportive co-workers to work with and, impact millions of daily players
• Re-engage with your special interest by being a part of our employee resource groups that connect Zyngites through inclusivity, culture, lifestyle and fun.