Hybrid Artist – Storyboarding, Concept Art & Illustration
Apply Job Type Full-time Description Artist – Storyboarding, Concept Art & Illustration COTALAND Theme Park – Austin, TX Reports to: Vice President of Entertainment
About the Role
COTALAND is seeking a highly creative and versatile Artist to join our Entertainment team in Austin, Texas. This on-site position plays a key role in the visual development of projects ranging from live entertainment and themed attractions to character design and park-wide creative initiatives. The Artist is responsible for taking ideas from early sketches and storyboards through detailed concept art, branding, theme park creative logo design, graphic design, and polished, high-resolution renderings that bring our creative vision to life. This is a fast-paced role that requires balancing multiple projects simultaneously, working closely with entertainment leadership, and delivering professional-level artwork that aligns with brand standards.
Requirements
What You’ll Do
- Create storyboards that clearly communicate show concepts, guest experiences, and attraction narratives.
- Develop 2D illustrations and concept art for characters, environments, sets, parades, signage, retail, food and beverage, marketing and themed experiences.
- Produce high-quality, full-color renderings to support presentations, approvals, and project development.
- Design logos, including theme park creative logo design, graphics, and visual identities for attractions, shows, and park branding initiatives.
- Contribute as a theming artist by designing scenic treatments, environmental details, and decorative elements that enhance storytelling.
- Collaborate with the VP of Entertainment, creative partners, and production teams to interpret project needs visually.
- Translate creative direction into artwork that inspires and guides fabrication, construction, and production.
- Adapt style and detail level depending on project stage—from quick ideation sketches to photo-real renderings.
- Works creatively under deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions, presentations, and production meetings.
- Uphold COTALAND’s creative vision and brand identity as a visual storyteller.
What It Takes to Succeed
- Professional experience in storyboarding, concept art, theming, and illustration.
- Strong portfolio showcasing a range of styles, from loose sketches to detailed renderings, logos, and graphic design.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat) and other digital art tools.
- Strong drawing and painting skills (digital and/or traditional).
- Ability to convey storytelling and emotion visually in both character and environmental art.
- Experience in theme park creative logo design, branding, and graphic design for entertainment or themed environments.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Highly organized and able to handle multiple fast-paced projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Illustration, Animation, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field preferred.
- Prior themed entertainment, animation, or film experience strongly valued.
- Must be able to work on-site in Austin, TX.
Portfolio Requirement We want to see your creative portfolio. Please include a link or provide related examples of your work with your application. Position Type This is a full-time, on-site creative artist position. About COTALAND & Circuit of The Americas Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is a world-class sports and entertainment destination located in Austin, Texas. Known globally as the home of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, COTA also hosts MotoGP, NASCAR, and a wide variety of premier events each year. The property features the Germania Insurance Amphitheater, an award-winning outdoor concert venue that welcomes top international music acts. Opening in 2026, COTALAND is a new 20-acre theme park within COTA featuring two first-of-their-kind roller coasters, dozens of family-friendly attractions and immersive entertainment experiences. Designed to bring energy, fun, and Texas-sized thrills to guests of all ages, COTALAND will combine innovative rides with live shows, original characters and interactive storytelling to create unforgettable memories for families and fans. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job