Senior/Lead Character Concept Artist (Stylized) Job at NetEase Games, Remote

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  • NetEase Games
  • Remote

Job Description

About NetEase Games:

As a leading internet technology company based in China, NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES and HKEX:9999, “NetEase”) provides premium online services centered around content creation. With extensive offerings across its expanding gaming ecosystem, the Company develops and operates some of China’s most popular and longest-running mobile and PC games. Powered by industry-leading in-house R&D capabilities in China and globally, NetEase creates superior gaming experiences, inspires players, and passionately delivers value for its thriving community worldwide. By infusing play with culture and education with technology, NetEase transforms gaming into a meaningful vehicle to build a more entertaining and enlightened world.

NetEase’s ESG initiatives are among the best in the global media and entertainment industry, earning it a distinction as one of the S&P Global Industry Movers and an “A” rating from MSCI. For more information, please visit: 

Job Title:

Senior/Lead Character Concept Artist (Stylized)

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Product Managers, Art Managers, and Directors to define and establish the character art style, developing character concept design templates and style guides.

  • Work closely with 3D character artists, animators, and VFX artists to ensure the successful implementation of designs into the game.

  • Utilize the game engine editor (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) to adjust and finalize the in-game look and feel of characters.

  • Create high-quality character concept designs as part of the core design tasks.

  • Review, critique, and provide clear feedback on character designs submitted by outsourcing partners/vendors, guiding them to meet quality and style standards.

  • Mentor junior artists by creating training materials, sharing design experience, and fostering a collaborative and creative team environment.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

  • 5+ years of experience in character concept art, with a portfolio showcasing high-quality stylized character designs.

  • Proven experience leading design initiatives or a small team is highly preferred.

  • Strong fundamental art skills, including a deep understanding of anatomy, form, color theory, and composition.

  • Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to accurately interpret project needs and deliver high-quality results efficiently.

  • A strong sense of responsibility, a high level of commitment, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively within a team to achieve shared goals.

  • Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., Photoshop, ZBrush).

  • A strong capacity for learning, with a proactive attitude toward researching and adopting new tools, techniques, and technologies.

  • A genuine passion for gaming and a keen eye for player experience, actively contributing ideas to improve the game.

Job Tags

Full time, Worldwide

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