Job Summary: The Concept Artist is responsible for creating realistic, thorough concept artwork for guitars and other musical instruments based on a spec sheet and/or direction from product managers and collaborators. Reporting directly to the Head of Product Development, the Concept Artist will work cross-functionally with Entertainment Relations, Marketing and Manufacturing to ensure that the artwork reflects not only a creative vision but an accurate resource for future production. The ideal candidate is well-versed in stringed instruments, especially electric and acoustic guitars, and able to work from existing photography to develop a library of platforms and modular components.
Essential Functions:
- Create realistic artwork for detailed musical instrument concepts.
- Find and compile images of musical instrument parts, finishes and features as requested.
- Extrapolate graphics, logos and components of main concept rendering into individual graphic files.
- Demonstrate post-production, image resizing, photo retouching, clipping and quality control abilities for all photography.
- Create and maintain all design templates for HQ requirements and standardization and consistency across all brands.
- Manage multiple agencies and other external partners in the development and execution of project deliverables while meeting timing, budget, and quality expectations.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must be able to work in an extremely fast-paced environment.
- Adhere to requested deadlines and produce quality results quickly.
- Strong photo retouching skills.
- Flawless attention to detail and organizational skills when working with large number of files/assets.
- Experience in asset management process and high-volume projects and delivery.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated, creative problem solver able to work independently.
- Strong knowledge of design principles, typography, user interfaces, web standards and usability.
Education and Experience:
- BS in Graphic Design or equivalent degree or related work experience
- 3+ years of experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and illustrator
- Must have guitar knowledge - key skills in scale, structure, style
- Fluency in guitar/stringed instruments a must
The company’s Job Descriptions are not intended to be a complete detailed account of all expected/anticipated activities. We operate in a fast-moving and competitive global environment and therefore need employees to be flexible.
We celebrate diversity and Gibson Brands, Inc is an Equal Opportunity employer.
