Concept Designer - Fixed Term 6 Months

About Wētā Workshop

Wētā Workshop Ltd is a creative company blending artisanship and innovation, with over three decades of experience contributing to the arts, entertainment, and experience fields. Our Creative Media division specializes in customized production solutions that enhance client visions by leveraging new technologies and collaborating closely with subject matter experts, vendors, and artists.

Role Overview

We seek a Concept Designer for a 6-month fixed-term position to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will generate unique conceptual artwork that vividly brings stories, characters, worlds, and environments to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality concept art aligned with project leads’ visions.
• Create concepts for environments, architecture, props, vehicles, and characters tailored to project needs.
• Engage actively in brainstorming and design processes to explore innovative ideas.
• Contribute to world-building efforts by developing visual languages, design systems, and style guides.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of three years' experience in concept art or related creative sectors such as entertainment design, themed environments, games, film, animation, architecture, or industrial design.
• Familiarity with architectural design, scenic fabrication, or physical production workflows.
• Strong portfolio showing excellence in concept design, visual development, and environmental storytelling.
• Proficiency with Photoshop and 3D modeling tools including Blender, ZBrush, Cinema 4D, and 3DS Max.
• Exceptional drawing skills with keen attention to composition, lighting, color, perspective, and detail.

Additional Details

The position is based in Miramar, Wellington and will last for six months. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a Ministry of Justice background check. We encourage candidates requiring accommodations during recruitment to communicate their needs.

Application Information

Applications are accepted until Tuesday, July 28, 2026. For inquiries, reach out to our recruitment team via email.