Buffalo Buffalo is a Vancouver-based game studio focused on high-polish, creatively ambitious indie games. Our 20-person team blends innovative mechanics, emerging technology, and narrative depth into unforgettable player experiences. We work a 4-day workweek and maintain a hybrid model—Tuesdays and Fridays are in-office, with the rest of the time remote.

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Role Overview:

We are seeking a talented freelance concept artist with a strong portfolio in character and robotic design to support the development of a stylized game world. You will be responsible for creating high-quality concept art that guides our 3D and animation teams, with a focus on imaginative silhouettes, mechanical detail, and expressive character personality.

Responsibilities:

• Develop original concept art for robots characters based on design briefs and worldbuilding direction

• Collaborate with creative leads to iterate on designs and visual tone

• Produce clean linework, grayscale values, and/or color renders depending on the asset needs

• Maintain design consistency across different character classes and factions

• Create reference sheets and callouts for 3D production handoff

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Requirements

• Strong portfolio showcasing stylized robotic and or tech concepts

• Excellent drawing, rendering, and design skills

• Ability to translate narrative or gameplay goals into visual storytelling

• Experience with isometric, top-down, or stylized aesthetics is a plus

• Proficient in industry-standard tools (e.g., Photoshop…etc)
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Nice-to-Haves:

• Familiarity with sci-fi, post-industrial, or tactical visual themes

• Experience designing environment

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How to apply:

• Send your CV and portfolio to hiring@buffalobuffalo.ca.