TECHNICAL TASK

Looking for a Character Concept Artist / Game Artist

Refinement of an existing AI-generated character for a video game

1. Project Information

We are developing our own game IP (intellectual property) with the prospect of further scaling.

The project is a cross-platform multiplayer game, which is planned to be launched on:

• iOS
• Android
• PC
• Consoles (prospectively)

Game genre:

• Multiplayer Party Game
• Competitive Maze Runner
• Family Friendly Chaos Game
• Action Arcade

Main mechanics:

Players control insect characters.

2. Current Project Status

At this stage, we already have:

• a formed game concept
• an understanding of gameplay
• a defined project style
• AI-generated characters created through
  Midjourney

At the first stage, we are working with one character.

This is:

FLY

This character is currently the main visual reference for the future universe of the game.

3. Main Task

We already have a generated character.

The artist does NOT need to create a character from scratch.

Main task:

Take the existing AI-generated character (Fly) and translate it into a professional production-quality character concept for further game development.

In simpler terms:

Do not come up with a new character.

Instead, professionally refine the existing one.

4. Main Idea of the Character

The project uses insects that often evoke disgust in real life.

For example:

• fly
• cockroach
• wasp
• spider
• other insects

Our creative task:

Transform naturally unpleasant creatures into characters that evoke sympathy, emotional connection, and a desire to interact with them.

We want to create characters that could potentially become:

• brand mascots
• the basis for merchandise
• plush toys
• collectible figurines

We are not just building a game.

We are building a future franchise.

5. Main Reference

We already have a ready AI-generated character:

Fly

(Will be provided to the artist)

Important:

Radical changes to the main style of the character are prohibited.

The existing visual DNA must be preserved.

6. Main Style Requirements (MOST IMPORTANT BLOCK)

6.1 Full Fluffiness of the Character

The character must have a large amount of fur.

Reason:

Fluffiness neutralizes the natural disgust evoked by the insect.

We specifically want to create a creature that is unpleasant by nature but looks attractive at the same time.

Fur is one of the fundamental design elements.

Not allowed:

• realistic insect texture
• smooth chitinous shell
• excessive biological realism

6.2 Large Expressive Eyes

The eyes are one of the main elements of character.

The eyes should be:

• large
• very expressive
• a bit crazy
• with a sense of chaos
• emotionally saturated

The gaze should create a feeling:

this character is a bit inadequate… but very charismatic

6.3 Sticking Out Tongue

A mandatory design element.

The tongue should create a feeling of:

• foolishness
• memeness
• chaos
• playfulness
• comedy

The tongue is part of the recognizable style of the character.

6.4 Slightly Pointed Teeth

The character must have visible teeth.

But:

NOT horror.

NOT a monster.

NOT an aggressive snarl.

The feeling needed:

• a bit dangerous
• a bit crazy
• playful chaos

6.5 The Character Must Be Suitable for Toy Production

This is a critically important point.

When looking at the character, the thought should arise:

I would like to have this as a plush toy.

We consciously design characters so that they could potentially become:

• plush toys
• collectible figurines
• merchandise
• brand mascots

6.6 The Character Must Have Controlled Madness

It is necessary to create a feeling of:

• chaos
• energy
• unpredictability
• quirkiness
• memeness

But the character must remain attractive.

7. What the Artist Needs to Do

A. Cleanup of the Existing AI-generated Design

It is necessary to remove:

• AI generation errors
• strange details
• incorrect anatomy
• unnatural elements
• illogical geometry
• symmetry issues

B. Complete Final Refinement of the Character

A final production-ready version of the character must be created.

The character should look as if it is already part of a AAA-level game.

C. Character Turnaround Sheet

The character needs to be shown in 4 views:

• Front View
• Side View
• 3/4 View
• Back View

• D. Expression Sheet

  At least 5 emotions need to be created.

  • crazy
  • laughing
  • angry
  • victory
  • hyper excited

• E. Pose Sheet

  At least 5 poses need to be created.

  • idle
  • running
  • attack
  • ability activation
  • victory pose

• F. Preparation for 3D Pipeline

  The design must be detailed enough to be handed over to a 3D Artist.

  It should logically show:

  • fur
  • legs
  • eyes
  • teeth
  • tongue
  • wings
  • decorative elements
  • small mechanical/stylistic details

• 8. The Final Result Must Be Suitable for

  • 3D Modeling
  • Rigging
  • Animation
  • Unity
  • Production Pipeline
  • Toy Creation
  • Merchandise Production
  • Future Franchise Scaling

• 9. What Specialist is Needed

  We are looking for a person with experience in:

  • Game Art
  • Character Concept Art
  • Creature Design
  • Stylized Character Design
  • Production Pipeline
  • Collectible Toy Design

• Experience with AI-generated art will be a big plus.

  10. When Applying, Show

  Be sure to attach:

  • portfolio
  • stylized characters
  • creature design
  • game art
  • character sheets
  • examples of work for the game industry

• 11. IMPORTANT

  We are NOT looking for:

  • an illustrator
  • a logo artist
  • a casual designer
  • a generic digital artist

• We need specifically:

  Character Concept Artist / Game Artist

  who understands the game industry pipeline.

  12. What to Write in Response to the Project

  Please indicate immediately:

  • work cost
  • completion time
  • examples of similar work
  • experience in the game industry