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General Information

Locations: Los Angeles - Chatsworth, California, United States of America 
  • Location: Los Angeles - Chatsworth
  • State: California
  • Country: United States of America


Role ID
214772
Worker Type
Regular Employee
Studio/Department
EA Studios - Respawn
Flexible Work Arrangement
Hybrid

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts crée des expériences de divertissement exceptionnelles qui inspirent les joueurs et les fans du monde entier. Ici, tout le monde fait partie de l’histoire. D'une grande communauté internationale. C'est un lieu où la créativité s’épanouit, où les nouvelles perspectives sont bienvenues et où les idées comptent. Une équipe dans laquelle chacun fait évoluer le jeu.

Hard Surface Concept Artist — Apex Legends (Concept Artist I)

We are seeking a Concept Artist I to join the Apex Legends team. In this role, you will help create compelling visual designs that define the hard surface cosmetics and visual identity of Apex Legends. You will apply strong artistic fundamentals, design sensibilities, and storytelling skills to bring ideas to life while supporting both gameplay needs and the evolving aesthetic of a live-service game.

You will work closely with the Hard Surface Concept Art Lead, Art Directors, and your immediate team to deliver high-quality concept work. Additionally, you will collaborate with external partners to help maintain Apex Legends’ visual quality and style standards. The ideal candidate is a strong visual problem solver who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about creating bold, iconic designs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Concept Generation: Collaborate closely with the Art Lead and immediate team to create compelling concept art that supports gameplay, player fantasy, and the Apex Legends experience.

  • Asset Design: Design high-quality hard surface cosmetics and assets that align with the game’s established visual language and style.

  • Artistic Execution: Apply a strong understanding of industrial design, weapon design, color theory, lighting, materials, and perspective in all concept work.

  • Production Pipeline Support: Translate creative direction into clear, production-ready visual solutions that can be effectively executed by downstream teams.

  • Visual Storytelling: Create illustrations and visual storytelling pieces that communicate narrative intent and support world-building through asset design.

  • 3D Integration: Utilize 3D tools to support concept development, including block-ins, lighting, camera setup, and perspective assistance.

  • Cross-Discipline Collaboration: Contribute to animation, FX, and cinematic ideation when needed, including basic storyboarding and motion exploration.

  • Feedback & Iteration: Participate actively in team critiques and feedback sessions, iterating quickly to improve quality and alignment with project goals.

  • External Development: Support external development efforts by reviewing outsourced work and providing actionable feedback to ensure consistency with project quality standards.

  • Constraint Management: Design within gameplay, technical, and production constraints, ensuring concepts are achievable and production-friendly.

  • Workflow Optimization: Stay informed on emerging tools, workflows, and production methodologies to help improve efficiency and creative iteration across the team.

  • Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to team growth by sharing knowledge, workflows, and best practices with peers.

Required Qualifications

  • Professional Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Concept Artist in games, entertainment, or a related industry.

  • Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional artistic fundamentals, including design, color, composition, lighting, materials, and perspective.

  • Technical Communication: Proven ability to create clear, production-ready concepts that effectively communicate design intent to downstream developers.

  • Hard Surface Expertise: Strong understanding of hard surface design principles, including industrial and/or weapon design.

  • Software Proficiency: Proficiency with industry-standard digital painting software and familiarity with 3D tools commonly used in concept workflows.

  • Cinematic Fundamentals: Understanding of visual storytelling, composition, cinematography, and player-facing readability.

  • Collaboration Skills: Strong collaboration and communication skills within a multidisciplinary team environment.

  • Adaptability: Ability to incorporate feedback quickly and iterate effectively in a fast-paced production setting.

  • Continuous Learning: Openness to learning and adopting new tools, workflows, and emerging technologies that improve efficiency and creative development.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting or mentoring junior artists.







  • California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco)
    • $104,400 - $157,400 USD

In the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.  




À propos d'Electronic Arts
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