Concept Art Intern, Teamfight Tactics - Summer 2027

Riot Games•Los Angeles, CA

4h•Remote

About The Position

As a Concept Art Intern on Riot’s Teamfight Tactics Gameplay team, you will bring characters and creatures to life by developing visual solutions for game concepts. You will work from a range of creative prompts, from rough sketches to narrative concepts, and design creatures, props, and visual effects that support the game’s narrative and visual cohesion. You will collaborate with other developers and disciplines to address design challenges, help implement assets, and contribute feedback throughout production. The role calls for strong craft, collaboration, and decision-making focused on player delight.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a college, university, or non-degree program.
Graduating in the 2028 calendar year.
Available to work full-time hours for the 12-week internship duration.
Experience using Photoshop or other relevant painting and design tools.
Ability to showcase iterations and sketches in addition to final rendered work.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the program; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Photoshop and painting or design tools.
Ability to digitally paint volumetric form and differentiate materials in isometric and orthographic views.
Understanding of color and value structure.
Experience creating designs inspired by historical, fantasy, science-fiction, mainstream trend, or pop-culture references.
Strong understanding of designing characters that read clearly in an isometric view.
Portfolio work that includes references, notes, studies, different angles, how a player interacts with a character or place, and the reasoning behind design choices.
A portfolio that demonstrates craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, player empathy, and care for players’ experiences.

Responsibilities

Sketch, ideate, and iterate concepts for creatures, props, and visual effects in collaboration with other developers.
Develop detailed concept art and orthographs for 3D artists and animators to implement as game assets.
Find efficient creative solutions for the look and feel of creatures, props, and visual effects.
Collaborate with other disciplines to define narrative and visually cohesive concepts.
Support implementation of concepts throughout production, including providing feedback and paintovers.
Apply knowledge of story tropes, archetypes, and narrative devices to improve designs for the game’s worlds.
Use an understanding of human and animal anatomy while stretching design possibilities and maintaining a consistent art direction.