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[h=1]Concept Illustrator, D&D Marketing Job[/h]
Date: Sep 10, 2015
Location: Renton, WA, US
Concept Illustrator, D&D Marketing
Location: WA - Renton
Employment Type: Regular
ID: 10393
Description
Bring Your Brain…..
We’ll Supply the Dragons!!!
Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc., and the world's largest publisher of adventure games, including Magic: The Gathering® Trading Card Game and Dungeons & Dragons® Roleplaying Games has an exciting opportunity for a Dungeons & Dragons Concept Illustrator to join our team.
We offer competitive salaries, a great benefits package, and the excitement of working in a creative organization. But the best part of working here is that we think creating products that bring hours of enjoyment to millions around the globe is an inherently cool way to earn a living.
WHAT IS THIS ROLE ALL ABOUT?
Wizards of the Coast, a leader in gaming and entertainment, is looking for an talented and passionate Concept Illustrator who will join the Dungeons & Dragons team and help grow the future legacy of one of the most popular brands in all of gaming.
At its heart, this position helps create a strong look and feel for worlds and characters in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. The concept illustrator works closely with our story team to bring our annual campaigns to life.
It is a key role that drives integration and alignment of our brand across multiple product lines.
The ideal candidate has a portfolio demonstrating creativity and passion for the fantasy genre and is ready to put that talent to work for the world’s greatest role playing game.
Day to Day Responsibilities For This Wizard:
The Dungeons & Dragons Concept Illustrator is responsible for forging an innovative, contemporary look for new and classic D&D characters, monsters, and places.
- The Concept Illustrator generates illustrations of D&D creative elements for use in creating story guides. (45%)
- The Concept Illustrator works with the world creation team to build new D&D concepts and refresh classic material, stories, and characters. (20%)
- The Concept Illustrator produces key art pieces for marketing campaigns. (15%)
- The Concept Illustrator provides artwork as needed to licensing partners to ensure that their products match D&D’s style and world lore. (10%)
- The Concept Illustrator researches current and emerging trends in entertainment to ensure that D&D’s art remains contemporary, exciting, and compelling. (10%)
AM I QUALIFIED?
Knowledge, Abilities and Characteristics of the Ideal Wizard:
- Strong art skills. Ability to work within the standards of D&D while delivering exciting, fresh, and contemporary pieces.
- Understanding of fantasy gaming properties, such as World of Warcraft, Dragon Age, Marvel, and Elder Scrolls, and the role that art plays in making them successful.
- Familiarity with a variety of fantasy intellectual properties.
- Attention to detail, flexibility, and strong communication and multitasking skills.
- Proactive approach in finding and correcting problems within area of responsibility.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people
- Familiarity with the Adobe Photoshop preferred.
- Must pass a test of basic D&D brand knowledge.
Experience Creating and Casting these Spells:
- At least 3 years of experience as an artist.
- At least 1 year of experience working with entertainment properties, with an emphasis on creating or updating iconic characters, locations, and creatures.
- Relevant industry experience in a multi-platform, game development studio.
- Experience in digital media and/or gaming required.
Education and Training:
- Four-year college degree required. Required focus in visual arts.
Time Expected to Reach Full Performance Level in Position:
- 4-6 Months
Physical Requirements:
- Normal office working conditions.
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or requirements of the position.
For more information about careers at Hasbro become a fan on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and join our careers group on LinkedIn.
J2W Posting Code: Wizards of the Coast
Business Unit: Wizards - Corporate
Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
Job Segments: Marketing, Social Media, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Artist, Creative
http://jobs.hasbro.com/job/Renton-C...&eid=303-201559170859-5985316400&locale=en_US
[h=1]Concept Illustrator, D&D Marketing Job[/h]
Date: Sep 10, 2015
Location: Renton, WA, US
Concept Illustrator, D&D Marketing
Location: WA - Renton
Employment Type: Regular
ID: 10393
Description
Bring Your Brain…..
We’ll Supply the Dragons!!!
Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc., and the world's largest publisher of adventure games, including Magic: The Gathering® Trading Card Game and Dungeons & Dragons® Roleplaying Games has an exciting opportunity for a Dungeons & Dragons Concept Illustrator to join our team.
We offer competitive salaries, a great benefits package, and the excitement of working in a creative organization. But the best part of working here is that we think creating products that bring hours of enjoyment to millions around the globe is an inherently cool way to earn a living.
WHAT IS THIS ROLE ALL ABOUT?
Wizards of the Coast, a leader in gaming and entertainment, is looking for an talented and passionate Concept Illustrator who will join the Dungeons & Dragons team and help grow the future legacy of one of the most popular brands in all of gaming.
At its heart, this position helps create a strong look and feel for worlds and characters in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. The concept illustrator works closely with our story team to bring our annual campaigns to life.
It is a key role that drives integration and alignment of our brand across multiple product lines.
The ideal candidate has a portfolio demonstrating creativity and passion for the fantasy genre and is ready to put that talent to work for the world’s greatest role playing game.
Day to Day Responsibilities For This Wizard:
The Dungeons & Dragons Concept Illustrator is responsible for forging an innovative, contemporary look for new and classic D&D characters, monsters, and places.
- The Concept Illustrator generates illustrations of D&D creative elements for use in creating story guides. (45%)
- The Concept Illustrator works with the world creation team to build new D&D concepts and refresh classic material, stories, and characters. (20%)
- The Concept Illustrator produces key art pieces for marketing campaigns. (15%)
- The Concept Illustrator provides artwork as needed to licensing partners to ensure that their products match D&D’s style and world lore. (10%)
- The Concept Illustrator researches current and emerging trends in entertainment to ensure that D&D’s art remains contemporary, exciting, and compelling. (10%)
AM I QUALIFIED?
Knowledge, Abilities and Characteristics of the Ideal Wizard:
- Strong art skills. Ability to work within the standards of D&D while delivering exciting, fresh, and contemporary pieces.
- Understanding of fantasy gaming properties, such as World of Warcraft, Dragon Age, Marvel, and Elder Scrolls, and the role that art plays in making them successful.
- Familiarity with a variety of fantasy intellectual properties.
- Attention to detail, flexibility, and strong communication and multitasking skills.
- Proactive approach in finding and correcting problems within area of responsibility.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people
- Familiarity with the Adobe Photoshop preferred.
- Must pass a test of basic D&D brand knowledge.
Experience Creating and Casting these Spells:
- At least 3 years of experience as an artist.
- At least 1 year of experience working with entertainment properties, with an emphasis on creating or updating iconic characters, locations, and creatures.
- Relevant industry experience in a multi-platform, game development studio.
- Experience in digital media and/or gaming required.
Education and Training:
- Four-year college degree required. Required focus in visual arts.
Time Expected to Reach Full Performance Level in Position:
- 4-6 Months
Physical Requirements:
- Normal office working conditions.
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or requirements of the position.
For more information about careers at Hasbro become a fan on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and join our careers group on LinkedIn.
J2W Posting Code: Wizards of the Coast
Business Unit: Wizards - Corporate
Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
Job Segments: Marketing, Social Media, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Artist, Creative
