Concept Artist - Trading Card Game

About the role

Fanatics Collectibles is building the next generation of trading card games. The Fanatics TCG studio is creating original worlds designed to live for decades — expressed through gameplay, art, story, and collectible objects. Our ambition is to build franchises that are not only widely played, but deeply loved. We are seeking a Concept Artist to help define the visual identity of these worlds from the ground up.

What You’ll Do

• Define the Visual Identity of New Worlds
  • Create concept art that establishes the tone, mood, and visual language of new TCG franchises.
  • Explore and iterate on visual directions that define what makes a world distinct, memorable, and ownable.
  • Contribute to the creation of iconic characters, factions, creatures, and environments.
• Create Work That Shapes a Franchise
  • Develop imagery that becomes foundational reference for the entire art pipeline.
  • Help establish the visual standards that guide internal teams and external artists.
  • Create work that is not only functional, but evocative, inspiring, and collectible in its own right.
• Collaborate at the Earliest Stages of Creation
  • Partner with Creative and Design leadership during ideation and worldbuilding.
  • Help translate abstract ideas into clear, compelling visual direction.
  • Engage in creative exploration — pushing beyond the first idea to find the most interesting one.
  • Rapid prototyping – be able to switch into rough sketch and concept work when needed.
• Elevate Taste and Craft
  • Bring a strong artistic point of view and contribute to the studio’s overall creative bar.
  • Help shape the visual culture of the team through feedback, references, and collaboration.
  • Continuously refine work toward clarity, originality, and emotional impact.

What You Bring

• A portfolio that demonstrates exceptional taste, craft, and originality.
• Strength in one or more areas such as character design, creature design, or environment design, with the ability to contribute broadly.
• Deep understanding of composition, lighting, color, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to explore multiple directions and converge on clear, compelling solutions.
• Strong collaboration skills and comfort working in early-stage, ambiguous creative spaces.
• A genuine passion for fantasy, sci-fi, games, and worldbuilding.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience contributing to the development of original IP or franchise worlds.
• Background in games, film, publishing, or other visual storytelling mediums.
• Familiarity with how concept art translates into final production pipelines.
• Experience collaborating with or guiding external artists and partners.

Why Join Fanatics TCG

Fanatics Collectibles is building the future of fandom. The Fanatics TCG studio is a rare opportunity to create new worlds at scale — worlds that will be expressed through millions of physical objects, shared across global communities, and evolved over many years. As a Concept Artist, your work will help define the foundation of these worlds — shaping the images that players and collectors return to again and again.