Remote (Global)

Escape Velocity Entertainment Inc is hiring a Character/Kit Designer | North America | Canada | Europe | Fully Remote

About the Role

The ideal candidate will bring original character and equipment designs to life, contributing creatively to visual development while collaborating across disciplines in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

  • Develop original character concepts from initial sketches to final designs
  • Design functional and visually distinctive equipment sets for characters
  • Collaborate with art and design leads to ensure alignment with project vision
  • Iterate on feedback from team reviews and production needs
  • Maintain consistency in visual style across all character assets
  • Create design sheets and reference materials for animation and modeling teams
  • Contribute to world-building through culturally informed design choices
  • Ensure characters support narrative and gameplay requirements
  • Work within established art direction while proposing creative enhancements
  • Meet production deadlines with high-quality, production-ready artwork
  • Participate in concept critiques and creative brainstorming sessions
  • Adapt designs for technical constraints in animation and rigging
  • Support promotional and marketing visual needs when required
  • Keep design documentation organized and up to date
  • Stay current with industry trends in character and costume design

Nice to Have

  • Experience in sci-fi or fantasy genre projects
  • Familiarity with game development workflows
  • Knowledge of 3D modeling software used in character creation
  • Previous work on multiplayer or character-driven games
  • Demonstrated ability to design for diverse character archetypes
  • Experience with style adaptation across multiple visual directions
  • Understanding of accessibility considerations in visual design
  • Track record of delivering assets on schedule
  • Experience mentoring or guiding junior artists
  • Active participation in design communities or events

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience

Work Arrangement

Fully Remote

Team

Collaborative, creative, and globally distributed team environment

Why Join Us

  • Opportunity to shape the visual identity of a new entertainment experience
  • Work in a flexible, remote-first environment with creative freedom
  • Collaborate with talented professionals across global time zones
  • Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and innovation

Application Process

  • Submit portfolio with character and kit design samples
  • Include breakdowns showing design evolution when possible
  • Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
  • Shortlisted candidates will complete a paid test assignment

Available for qualified candidates

Required Skills
Adobe Creative SuiteCommunication
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Escape Velocity Entertainment Inc
A team of passionate, talented developers working on a once-in-a-career project with a committed publisher. A fully remote studio dedicated to building a culture of play.
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Posted 10 months ago