[1346] 2D Game Artist

Job Details

We are looking for a passionate and creative 2D Artist to join our game development team. You will be responsible for creating visually engaging assets including characters, environments, props, and UI elements that bring our game worlds to life. The ideal candidate understands game art pipelines, visual storytelling, and how to design assets optimized for performance and gameplay.

Game Asset Creation

• Design and create 2D game assets including:
  – Characters (player & NPC)
  – Environments & backgrounds
  – Props & items
  – Icons and UI elements
• Develop concept art and production-ready assets aligned with the game’s art style.
• Produce turnarounds, expression sheets, and animation-ready layered files when required.

Style & Visual Consistency

• Maintain consistency with the game’s art direction and visual identity.
• Collaborate with the Art Director to refine and evolve the visual style.
• Ensure assets support gameplay clarity and player experience.

Production Pipeline

• Prepare assets optimized for game engines (Unity, Unreal, or proprietary engines).
• Organize layered files for animation and implementation
• Work closely with animators, game designers, and developers to integrate assets smoothly.
• Follow naming conventions and asset management guidelines.

Collaboration & Iteration

• Participate in creative reviews and sprint planning.
• Quickly iterate on assets based on gameplay testing and feedback.
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance game world-building.

Job Requirements

Experience

• 2+ years of experience in game art or digital illustration.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating game-ready assets (characters, environments, UI).

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in:
  – Adobe Photoshop
  – Illustrator (plus)
  – Procreate or similar digital tools
• Understanding of:
  – Game art pipelines
  – Asset optimization for mobile/PC/console
  – Layered asset preparation for animation
  – Basic understanding of Unity or Unreal workflow is a plus.

Art Fundamentals

• Strong knowledge of anatomy, perspective, composition, and color theory.
• Ability to work in various styles (cartoon, semi-realistic, stylized, etc.).
• Understanding of visual hierarchy and readability in games.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on shipped games.
• Knowledge of frame-by-frame animation or Spine/Live2D.
• Familiarity with UI/UX design for games.
• Passion for gaming and understanding of player psychology.