Concept art and character designs for a jrpg

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Summary

JRPG Character Concept Artist Needed (Character Design + Concept Art) We are looking for a talented concept artist to create an original character design for an upcoming JRPG-inspired video game project. At this stage, the game’s world, story, and visual direction are still being explored. The goal of this project is to create a high-quality example character that our 3D modeling and animation teams can use as a test asset while we continue developing the game’s overall direction. What We Need * Design one original JRPG-style character from scratch. * Create concept art that clearly communicates the character’s appearance, personality, and visual identity. * Provide front, back, and side views suitable for 3D modeling reference. * Include details for clothing, accessories, weapons (if applicable), and any unique design elements. * Deliver clean, production-friendly artwork that can be used by modelers and animators. Style References We are aiming for a modern JRPG aesthetic inspired by titles such as: * Final Fantasy * Tales of Series * Persona * Xenoblade Chronicles * Granblue Fantasy We are open to creative interpretation and would like to see your own ideas and artistic strengths reflected in the design. Deliverables * Character concept sheet * Full-body character design * Front, back, and side turnaround views * Detail callouts for important costume or equipment elements * High-resolution source files and exported images Ideal Candidate * Strong portfolio featuring character design and concept art * Experience with fantasy, anime, or JRPG-inspired styles * Understanding of designs that translate well into 3D models * Ability to communicate ideas and iterate based on feedback To Apply Please include: * Relevant portfolio examples * Character design work you are most proud of * Your estimated timeline * Your rate for this project We are looking for an artist who can help establish the visual foundation of our project and potentially collaborate on future character designs as development continues.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 3-6 months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Concept Artistry
Character Design
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:5 to 10
  • Last viewed by client:last week
  • Interviewing:
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  • Invites sent:
    11
  • Unanswered invites:
    6
About the client
Member since Jun 10, 2026
  • United States
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