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Concept Artist Roles in Montreal

We curate concept artist positions from game studios across Montreal and the greater Quebec region.

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Lead Concept Artist

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Environment Concept Artist

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Character Concept Artist

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UI Concept Artist

Montreal Game Studios Hiring Concept Artists

Montreal’s studio ecosystem spans historical action, AAA RPG, horror, and original IP, creating varied concept art demand:

Ubisoft Montreal
Eidos Montreal
WB Games Montreal
Behavior Interactive
Gameloft Montreal
Ludia
Borealys Games
Keywords Studios Montreal
+ More Studios

Montreal Concept Roles Are Rare and Competitive

Concept artist openings at Montreal studios attract global applicants. Ubisoft Montreal and Eidos Montreal are dream employers for concept artists worldwide. When roles open, they fill fast. ArtBlast sends Montreal roles the moment they post so you can apply before the crowd.

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Concept Artist Salary Ranges in Montreal (2026)

What concept artist roles pay at Montreal game studios.

Junior Concept Artist
CAD $45K – $65K
Concept Artist
CAD $65K – $90K
Senior Concept Artist
CAD $88K – $118K
Lead Concept Artist
CAD $112K – $145K

*Salaries listed in Canadian dollars (CAD). Montreal’s low cost of living compared to Vancouver or Toronto makes real-terms compensation highly competitive. Canada’s Global Talent Stream and Quebec’s immigration programs offer clear pathways for international concept artists to relocate.

What Montreal Studios Look For in Concept Artists

Montreal’s concept art teams develop visual direction for some of gaming’s most iconic franchises. Here is what gets you hired.

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  • Rapid ideation: thumbnails to polished design sheets
  • Strong fundamentals in perspective, lighting, and composition
  • Versatility across character, environment, and prop briefs
  • Ability to develop and maintain visual style guides
  • Historical and cultural research for period-accurate design

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  • Photoshop for digital painting and design iteration
  • Procreate or Clip Studio for fast ideation sketches
  • 3D sketching tools for moodboards and spatial design
  • Keyshot or Marmoset for quick lighting reference
  • Basic understanding of real-time production constraints

๐ŸŒŸ What Montreal Studios Specifically Want

  • Shipped AAA concept art credits across multiple disciplines
  • Experience working within established franchise aesthetics
  • Strong ability to communicate design intent across languages
  • Ubisoft values cultural sensitivity and historical accuracy
  • Ability to iterate quickly based on creative director feedback

๐Ÿ’ก How to Stand Out in Montreal’s Market

  • Show process: thumbnails, iterations, and final design sheets
  • Include design intent notes with visual breakdowns
  • Demonstrate range across different art styles and periods
  • Reference specific franchise aesthetics from the studio
  • Apply within 24 hours of posting

Concept Artist Jobs in Montreal FAQ

Are there concept artist jobs in Montreal?
Yes. Montreal has a strong concept artist market supported by studios developing some of gaming’s most visually ambitious titles. Ubisoft Montreal, Eidos Montreal, and WB Games Montreal all employ concept artists. The genre diversity across Montreal’s studios, spanning historical action, sci-fi RPG, superhero games, and horror, creates concept art demand across widely different visual directions.
Which studios in Montreal hire concept artists?
Major game studios hiring concept artists in Montreal include Ubisoft Montreal, Eidos Montreal, WB Games Montreal, Behavior Interactive, Gameloft Montreal, Ludia, and Borealys Games. These studios work across Assassin’s Creed, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, Hogwarts Legacy, Dead by Daylight, and multiple original IP, creating concept art briefs that span historical, contemporary, fantasy, and horror aesthetics.
What is the salary for a concept artist in Montreal?
In Montreal: Junior Concept Artists earn CAD $45K-$65K, mid-level CAD $65K-$90K, Senior Concept Artists CAD $88K-$118K, and Lead Concept Artists CAD $112K-$145K. Montreal’s cost of living is significantly lower than Vancouver, making real-terms purchasing power highly competitive for concept artists considering a move to Canada.
What skills do Montreal game studios want in a concept artist?
Montreal studios want concept artists with strong design fundamentals, rapid iteration skills, and the ability to work across diverse visual styles. Ubisoft Montreal in particular values artists who can produce historically or culturally grounded designs with authentic reference research. Eidos Montreal looks for concept artists with shipped AAA credits who can develop design languages from scratch within new IP briefs.
How do I find concept artist jobs in Montreal?
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