Company Description

Founded in September 2013, the Aureus Group has revolutionised music education in Singapore. As the fastest-growing music school chain, its innovative business model and dedication to transformative musical experiences have earned it significant acclaim, with features in renowned publications like Forbes, Business Times, and Channel News Asia. This success culminated in a fourth-place ranking in “Singapore’s Fastest Growing Companies” survey, cementing its position as an industry pioneer.

Mission of the Position

As a Background Artist, your mission is to bring magical worlds to life through digital matte paintings and immersive environment that is in vibrant colour theme concepts. You’ll create high-quality, AAA mobile game-style backgrounds that delight and inspire young players—striking a balance between whimsy, polish, and storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with narrative team to ensure the world design is aligned with the storyline.
• Collaborate with the Art Director and design team to develop original world concepts and background paintings aligned with the game's vision and audience.
• Create visually stunning, immersive environments that evoke a sense of magic and wonder, especially for children.
• Maintain a high-quality, professional aesthetic—whimsical and enchanting, but not overly childish.
• Apply expert knowledge of digital painting, composition, lighting, and color theory to produce polished artwork.
• Develop sketches, color studies, and mood boards to establish the visual tone and atmosphere.
• Ensure all background assets are optimized and compatible with the game pipeline and production schedule.
• Iterate designs based on feedback to meet both creative and technical requirements.
• Communicate effectively with concept artists, animators, and developers to ensure visual coherence across the game world.

Hiring Criteria

Education & Experience:

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Digital Arts, Animation, Game Design, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience as a Digital Matte Painter or Background Artist in games, animation, or film.
• Portfolio must showcase original world-building and high-quality environment paintings.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, Procreate, or equivalent digital painting tools.
• Strong foundation in color theory, perspective, lighting, and composition.
• Familiarity with AAA mobile game visual styles and requirements.

Mindset:

• Passion for storytelling and child-friendly design aesthetics.
• Strong attention to detail and drive for excellence.
• Open to feedback and collaborative in nature.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working on mobile games or children’s media.
• Exposure to animation pipelines or game engines (e.g., Unity).