Year-round Recruitment: New Graduate Artist (Graphic Designer) Position

About Year-round Recruitment

We are accepting applications year-round.

Please reapply at least six months after your previous application.

Currently, we do not hold information sessions or internships, but we will notify you separately if we plan to do so in the future.

Job Description

Artists are responsible for creating all graphics within games, such as characters, backgrounds, visual effects, and animations. They are divided into several specialties, and assignments are determined based on aptitude and preference.

How to Apply

Please submit your "Entry Sheet" and "Application Works" via the "Apply" button.

Entry Sheet (Required for all applicants)

Please download and fill in the required fields from the link below:

• Entry Sheet (PDF)
• Download Pass: 0202

Application Works

• Artist Assignment (Required)

Please download and fill in the required fields from the link below:

• Artist Assignment (PDF)
• Download Pass: 0202

• Portfolio (Required for all applicants)
• Content, number of works, and format are free (video works are also acceptable).

• Animator Position Specific Assignment (Required only for those who wish to apply for this position)
• At least one animation work.

Entry Sheet Regulations

Submission is only accepted in PDF format. Other file formats are not allowed.

You may type on a PC or scan a handwritten document. Please refrain from submitting direct photographs of handwritten documents.

• Please refer to the Q&A section for details on how to create the Entry Sheet (PDF).

Application Works Regulations / Artist Position

1. Only PDF or image formats JPG (recommended)/GIF are acceptable.

PNG and other file formats are not allowed.

For image submissions, using external storage services is recommended.

2. The data size of one image file must be 100MB or less.

3. Works must be viewable in a standard Windows 10 environment.

4. Only alphanumeric characters can be used in the file names of application works (the file name itself is arbitrary).

5. Submission of works using online portfolios or video sites is also possible.

In such cases, please submit a PDF containing the URL of the site/page as your work.

• Web/SNS services that require a dedicated account login for viewing are not allowed.

About Application Works Content

• Portfolio (Required for all applicants)
• Content, number of works, and format are free (video works are also acceptable).

• Please submit explanatory documents about the software used, and if necessary, work explanations (A4 size).
• Copies/scanned data are acceptable (e.g., drawings).

Specialized Position Assignment

Those who wish to apply for a specialized animator position must include the following specific assignment in their portfolio.

Animator Position Specific Assignment (Required only for those who wish to apply for this position)

• At least one animation work.

Handling of AI Image Generation Tools like Midjourney

The following three conditions apply:

1. Do not include generated images as your own work in your portfolio.

2. Do not directly use generated images, and do not include works created through indirect use such as tracing in your portfolio.

3. If generated images are used partially, you must clearly describe which part of the work they were used for (e.g., used for background other than the main character, used for distant mob characters other than the main character, etc.).

Desired Candidate Profile

Individuals who maintain a passion for "making games" and can actively think and act to "enhance the value of games."

Job Introduction Videos

• Concept Artist
• Environment Artist (Background Modeling)
• Character Modeling Artist
• Visual Effect Artist (VFX)
• UI Artist
• Cinematic Artist

Selection Process

• Online completion until job offer *

▼ Document Screening

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▼ Aptitude Test / 2 Online Interviews

• All positions require an aptitude test before the first interview.

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▼ Job Offer (* If you are unsure about your decision after receiving an offer, we will arrange a meeting, etc.)

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▼ Joining the Company

Working Hours

First year: 9:30 - 18:00 (7 hours 30 minutes actual work)

• While the first year follows the fixed-time system as above, from the second year onwards, once deemed "applicable" by the supervisor, a discretionary labor system (deemed working hours: 9.5 hours/day) will apply, and working hours will be left to individual discretion, with 9:30 as the basic start time and 18:00 as the basic end time. (At least 60 minutes of break must be taken during work).

Holidays

Complete two-day weekend system (Saturday and Sunday), national holidays, summer vacation, year-end and New Year holidays, company anniversary, annual paid leave (10 days in the first year), congratulatory and condolence leave.

Other special leaves * Annual holidays: 130 days (2023 actual).

Benefits

Property accumulation savings system (with interest subsidy)

Endowment insurance / Group Long-Term Disability Income Compensation Insurance (GLTD Insurance)

Free in-house drinks (water server, vending machine)

Mental health care measures (e.g., industrial physician consultations)

Free use of in-building fitness and relaxation facilities

In-house massage treatment

In-house club activity subsidy system

Home delivery lunch subsidy system (230 yen per meal)

Condolence and congratulatory payment system (marriage, childbirth, sick leave, etc.)

Others: Refer to the official website "Working Environment."

Insurance Joined

Health insurance, welfare pension, employment insurance, workers' accident compensation insurance complete.

Passive Smoking Countermeasures

No smoking indoors.

Job Responsibilities

(Immediately after hiring) Artist duties and related tasks.

(Scope of change) Duties determined by the company.

Retirement Allowance

Yes (paid based on retirement allowance regulations).

Retirement Age System

Yes, 60 years old (re-employment system available until 65 years old).

Remarks

Probationary period: 3 months (possibility of extension up to 6 months).

Annual salary revision: Once a year (January).

About Specialized Recruitment

For new graduate recruitment, we also conduct specialized recruitment in parallel with the Artist (General) position.

• "Animator" specializing in in-game animation production.

Artist positions are further subdivided into various specialties such as Environment (Background) Artist and VFX Artist. Normally, assignments are decided after joining the company, considering aptitude and preference. However, if you apply for and are hired as an Animator, your assignment to that position is guaranteed.

Even if you are not hired as an Animator, if you meet the hiring criteria, there is a possibility of being hired as an Artist (General).

• It is possible to apply for both Artist (General) and each specialized position concurrently.

Q&A①

Q. How do I create an entry sheet?

A.

• Using PDF editing software (recommended)

You may use free software or any other software. There is no specific software designated or recommended.

Please resize attached photos in advance to prevent the PDF file size from becoming too large. The standard size is around 3MB.

• Printing PDF on paper (A3) → filling in by hand → scanning with a copier to create a PDF

This method involves printing data on paper and then scanning the paper. If you do not have a printer at home, we recommend using a multi-copy machine at a convenience store. Please research how to use multi-copy machines yourself.

• Printing PDF on paper (A3) → filling in by hand → scanning with a smartphone to create a PDF

If there is no convenience store nearby, we recommend using the document scanning function of native apps like "Notes" (iPhone) or "Google Drive" (Android) on your smartphone, or a dedicated scanning app.

Direct photographs are strictly prohibited.

If you upload data converted to PDF using your smartphone's scanning function, please make sure to check it yourself before uploading to ensure that the necessary information is clearly visible (e.g., paper distortion, light reflection). If it is determined to be "not visible" during the selection process, your document screening will be unsuccessful. If you are "concerned about visibility," please use one of the two safer methods above for PDF conversion.

• We do not accept entry sheets submitted by mail.

Q&A②

Q. Is it mandatory to attach a photo to the entry sheet?

A. Yes, attaching a photo to the entry sheet is mandatory.

There are no specific dress code requirements.

When attaching photos to the PDF, please be careful to resize (reduce) them to the necessary size in advance to prevent the PDF file size from becoming too large.

Q&A③

Q. If I submit multiple images for my portfolio, should I combine them into one file?

A. Yes. We recommend combining them into one file and submitting them using an external storage service or online portfolio.

Q&A④

Q. Can I submit a QR code for my portfolio site as a work?

A. Please refrain from using QR codes, as the selection committee will review applications on Windows PCs.

If you submit works posted on video sites or portfolio sites, please submit a PDF containing the URL of that site (with a link).

However, web/SNS services that require a dedicated account login for viewing are not allowed.

Q&A⑤

Q. Should I write down the time it took to create the work?

A. It would be helpful for the selection process if you include it.

Q&A⑥

Q. Is there a recommended number of works for a portfolio?

A. Any number of works that you deem appropriate to convey your abilities and appeal is fine.

Q&A⑦

Q. Can I use commercially available materials or materials I purchased myself in my portfolio?

A. Yes, you may use materials other than those you created yourself. In such cases, please attach a document that clearly indicates which parts you created and which parts you did not.

About Recruitment for People with Disabilities

PlatinumGames offers recruitment for new graduates with disabilities. The job categories, terms, application and selection methods, and selection criteria are the same as for regular new graduate recruitment. However, we will provide "reasonable accommodations" formed through dialogue and agreement, tailored to individual needs. Working hours and work styles will also be determined after consulting on the degree and situation of the disability. We welcome applications from individuals who are eager to take on challenges.

Important: When applying, please send the following along with your application documents:

• Copy of disability certificate
• A document clearly stating a brief explanation of your disability, whether you need to discuss working days or hours, and what accommodations you would like.

About Sending Application Works (Other than Data)

We only accept application documents submitted as data. While we appreciate your willingness to send them by mail or courier, we cannot accept them, so please understand.