Ward Lindhout

Ward Lindhout has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of concept art. Ward is currently serving as a Senior Concept Artist at IO Interactive, a position they have held since September 2021. Prior to their current role, Ward worked as a Senior Concept Artist at CD PROJEKT RED from May 2017 to August 2021.

Before joining CD PROJEKT RED, Ward worked at Capcom as a Concept Artist from October 2013 to March 2017. Ward also had experience as a Concept Artist at Tango Gameworks (a subsidiary of Bethesda Softworks) from May 2012 to October 2013.

In addition to their experience in the gaming industry, Ward had their own venture called Bitpunk, where they served as the owner and Concept Artist from July 2010 to June 2012. Prior to this, they worked as a Freelance Artist and owned a company called Design by Drawing from February 2009 to June 2010.

Ward began their career in the industry as a Concept Art Intern at Coded Illusions from August 2007 to December 2007. Their work experience demonstrates their expertise and dedication to concept art, showcasing a solid foundation built through various professional roles and internships.

Ward Lindhout began their education in 2004 at HKU (Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht), where they pursued a Master of Arts degree in Game Design and Development. Ward completed their studies in 2009. In 2008, Lindhout also attended Kyoto Seika University, focusing on Story Manga. Later, in 2011, Lindhout returned to Kyoto Seika University as a Research Student (Kenkyuusei), specializing in Comics and Game Design. Their tenure at Kyoto Seika University lasted until 2012.