The Concept Artist creates key illustrations of sets and environments, collaborating with directors and designers to visually communicate the creative vision of a film or TV production.
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Working Life
The Concept Artist collaborates with the director, production designer, DOP, and others to realise the creative vision of a film or TV production.
They must produce concept illustrations of key sets and environments that help communicate designers’ ideas.
The Concept Artists’ work often begins months before a production starts filming, as they must carry out research about the relevant period, characters, props, and locations for a particular project.
They must develop and visualise various elements such as characters, props, and specific visual details – for example, weapons, costumes or vehicles.
Works with
- Production Designer
- Art Director
- Set Director
- All of the Art Department
- Special Suppliers
Qualities - Concept Artist
Is this role right for me?
For this role, you will need:
Ability to understand the production designer and director’s creative vision and the ability to translate it into concept art.
Knowledge of camera angles, lighting, storytelling, and other elements of filmmaking
Excellent illustration and drawing skills.
An interest in design and architecture.
Strong communication skills to explain ideas to the director, production designer, and camera department.
Skills in 3D modelling and rendering applications.
Interests - Concept Artist
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Entry / Progression - Concept Artist
Education Route: A Qualification in Fine Art or Illustration can be beneficial.
Career Path to Concept Artist: There are no usual career paths to becoming a concept Artist, often they will have worked as an illustrator or artist.
Career Path from Concept Artist: Senior Concept Artist, Art Director, Visual Development Artist.
