2D Concept Artist

Remote middle 3 months ago full-time
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Role in brief

This role is for a Senior 2D Concept Artist to lead the visual direction for slot games, utilizing AI tools to create characters, environments, and UI elements. It requires a strong portfolio in iGaming slots and experience with AI art production pipelines.

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About the role

As a Senior 2D Concept Artist, you will be responsible for defining and executing the visual direction of new slot games. This includes developing concepts for characters, environments, game symbols, and user interface elements. The role involves creating moodboards, sketches, and color variations to establish a cohesive aesthetic, ultimately delivering high-quality final artworks that are ready for game production.

The position emphasizes integrating modern AI tools into the art pipeline to enhance efficiency and explore visual ideas. You will prototype concepts early in development and work closely with the Game Producer to bring fresh ideas and visual solutions to new game themes. Success in this role means consistently delivering compelling visual directions that align with game production needs and leverage AI for streamlined workflows.

This role requires a proven background in iGaming, specifically with slot game art. Candidates should demonstrate strong artistic fundamentals in composition, color theory, and lighting, alongside practical experience using AI tools like Midjourney or Stable Diffusion in a production context. The ability to quickly generate and explore multiple visual directions is key to contributing effectively to the development process.

Skills that matter here

  • 2D Art: This role focuses on creating various 2D visual assets for slot games, including characters, environments, and UI.
  • Concept Art: You will be responsible for developing initial visual ideas and directions for new slot game themes.
  • Photoshop: Proficiency in Photoshop or similar tools is required for creating and refining 2D concept artworks.
  • AI Tools: Practical experience with AI tools like Midjourney or Stable Diffusion is essential for integrating them into the art production workflow.

Who this role suits

  • A concept artist with a strong portfolio showcasing previous work on slot games.
  • Someone who understands the specific visual requirements for iGaming elements like reels, symbols, and bonus screens.
  • An individual who actively uses AI tools in their art creation process, beyond just experimentation.
  • A creative professional who can quickly generate and iterate on visual ideas for game themes.

From the employer

  • Create 2D concepts for characters, environments, objects, symbols, UI elements, and atmospheric scenes for slot games.
  • Prototype visual ideas at the early stages of development.
  • Search for references, build moodboards, and propose strong visual directions.
  • Develop and support the overall visual direction and style for new game themes.
  • Produce moodboards, quick sketches, exploration drawings, and color/composition variations.
  • Deliver high-quality final concept artworks ready for production.
  • Work closely with the Game Producer.
  • Bring fresh ideas and suggest themes, trends, and visual solutions for future games.
  • 2+ years of experience as a Concept Artist / 2D Artist, preferably in iGaming (slots).
  • Proven experience working on slot games (symbols, reels, UI, bonus screens) - this is important.
  • Strong artistic foundation: composition, color theory, lighting, stylization.
  • A high-quality portfolio showcasing characters, environments, and slot-related visuals.
  • Practical experience with AI tools for art production (Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, Photoshop AI, etc.).
  • Ability to integrate AI into a real production workflow, not just experimentation.
  • Strong ideation skills and ability to quickly explore multiple visual directions.
  • Proficiency in Photoshop or similar tools.
  • Understanding of game production pipelines and collaboration processes.
  • Ukrainian/Russian/English language.
  • Competitive salary.
  • 20 vacation days and 5 sick days yearly.
  • A friendly and creative atmosphere.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options.

Questions about this role

What is the remote work policy for this position?

This is a fully remote position with flexible working hours.

What level of experience is required for this role?

This is a middle-seniority role, requiring at least 2 years of experience as a Concept Artist or 2D Artist, preferably in iGaming.

What specific skills are important for this role?

Key skills include 2D art, concept art, Photoshop proficiency, and practical experience with AI tools for art production.

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