Position Summary The 2D Game Artist will be responsible for creating high-quality illustrations for ... Follow the direction of the Art Manager to create high-quality concept art for game content and ...
Position Summary The 2D Game Artist will be responsible for creating high-quality illustrations for ... Follow the direction of the Art Manager to create high-quality concept art for game content and ...
2D Game Artist
Austin, TX · On-site
Position Summary The 2D Game Artist will be responsible for creating high-quality illustrations for ... Follow the direction of the Art Manager to create high-quality concept art for game content and ...
2D Game Artist
Austin, TX · On-site
Position Summary The 2D Game Artist will be responsible for creating high-quality illustrations for ... Follow the direction of the Art Manager to create high-quality concept art for game content and ...
2D Game Artist (Mid to Senior)
$110K - $135K/yr
Summary: We're looking for a versatile 2D Game Artist to create and own art across ABCmouse -- one of the world's most beloved early learning apps. Our house style is bright, expressive, and ...
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2D Game Artist (Mid to Senior)
$110K - $135K/yr
Summary: We're looking for a versatile 2D Game Artist to create and own art across ABCmouse -- one of the world's most beloved early learning apps. Our house style is bright, expressive, and ...
2D Game Artist (Mid to Senior)
Glendale, CA · On-site +1
$110K - $135K/yr
Summary: We're looking for a versatile 2D Game Artist to create and own art across ABCmouse - one of the world's most beloved early learning apps. Our house style is bright, expressive, and ...
2D Game Artist (Mid to Senior)
Glendale, CA · On-site +1
$110K - $135K/yr
Summary: We're looking for a versatile 2D Game Artist to create and own art across ABCmouse - one of the world's most beloved early learning apps. Our house style is bright, expressive, and ...
Excellent understanding of composition, color theory, typography, layout, visual hierarchy, and stylized 2D game-art production. * Deep knowledge of mobile game UI principles, including touch ...
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Excellent understanding of composition, color theory, typography, layout, visual hierarchy, and stylized 2D game-art production. * Deep knowledge of mobile game UI principles, including touch ...
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Senior Art Designer
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Using strong graphic design skill, provides 2D and/or 3D user interface screens and information/instruction graphics for incorporation into final games. Provides high-resolution art assets for print ...
Senior Art Designer
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Using strong graphic design skill, provides 2D and/or 3D user interface screens and information/instruction graphics for incorporation into final games. Provides high-resolution art assets for print ...
Using strong graphic design skill, provides 2D and/or 3D user interface screens and information/instruction graphics for incorporation into final games. Provides high-resolution art assets for print ...
Using strong graphic design skill, provides 2D and/or 3D user interface screens and information/instruction graphics for incorporation into final games. Provides high-resolution art assets for print ...
Senior Artist
$130K - $155K/yr
Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Gaming Art Generalist to join our Electronic ... Create and animate high-quality 2D game assets and VFX. * Ensure timely delivery of assets to meet ...
Senior Artist
$130K - $155K/yr
Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Gaming Art Generalist to join our Electronic ... Create and animate high-quality 2D game assets and VFX. * Ensure timely delivery of assets to meet ...
Senior Artist
Cleveland, OH · On-site
$123K - $147K/yr
Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Gaming Art Generalist to join our Electronic ... Create and animate high-quality 2D game assets and VFX. * Ensure timely delivery of assets to meet ...
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Senior Artist
Cleveland, OH · On-site
$123K - $147K/yr
Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Gaming Art Generalist to join our Electronic ... Create and animate high-quality 2D game assets and VFX. * Ensure timely delivery of assets to meet ...
Project Art Director
Eugene, OR · On-site +1
$121K - $127K/yr
The ideal candidate has shipped shooter titles, recent AAA games, demonstrated experience leading ... Actively contribute hands-on art support in at least two areas of art (2D, 3D, UI, etc.) when ...
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Project Art Director
Eugene, OR · On-site +1
$121K - $127K/yr
The ideal candidate has shipped shooter titles, recent AAA games, demonstrated experience leading ... Actively contribute hands-on art support in at least two areas of art (2D, 3D, UI, etc.) when ...
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Project Art Director
Eugene, OR · On-site +1
$106K - $127K/yr
The ideal candidate has shipped shooter titles, recent AAA games, demonstrated experience leading ... 2D, 3D, UI, etc.) when needed. • Push the overall art quality within project constraints ...
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Project Art Director
Eugene, OR · On-site +1
$106K - $127K/yr
The ideal candidate has shipped shooter titles, recent AAA games, demonstrated experience leading ... 2D, 3D, UI, etc.) when needed. • Push the overall art quality within project constraints ...
New
Project Art Director
Eugene, OR · On-site +1
$106K - $127K/yr
The ideal candidate has shipped shooter titles, recent AAA games, demonstrated experience leading ... Actively contribute hands-on art support in at least two areas of art (2D, 3D, UI, etc.) when ...
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Project Art Director
Eugene, OR · On-site +1
$106K - $127K/yr
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Tutor and Teaching Assistant
San Jose, CA · On-site
$18.45 - $25/hr
All the above plus ability to tutor Character Rigging, Environmental Art, Level Design for Single Player Games, 2D Design & Animation, Math and English topics. Working conditions Tutoring work takes ...
Tutor and Teaching Assistant
San Jose, CA · On-site
$18.45 - $25/hr
All the above plus ability to tutor Character Rigging, Environmental Art, Level Design for Single Player Games, 2D Design & Animation, Math and English topics. Working conditions Tutoring work takes ...
Tutor and Teaching Assistant
San Jose, CA · On-site
$18.45 - $25/hr
All the above plus ability to tutor Character Rigging, Environmental Art, Level Design for Single Player Games, 2D Design & Animation, Math and English topics. Working conditions Tutoring work takes ...
Tutor and Teaching Assistant
San Jose, CA · On-site
$18.45 - $25/hr
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Director, Art Development
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$130 - $148/hr
Develops art design strategy in consultation with game designers, engineers, and sales/marketing ... Integrates, where appropriate, new 2D and 3D processes into game production. * May Design, create ...
Director, Art Development
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$130 - $148/hr
Develops art design strategy in consultation with game designers, engineers, and sales/marketing ... Integrates, where appropriate, new 2D and 3D processes into game production. * May Design, create ...
Director, Art Development
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$110K - $116K/yr
Develops art design strategy in consultation with game designers, engineers, and sales/marketing ... Integrates, where appropriate, new 2D and 3D processes into game production. * May Design, create ...
Director, Art Development
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$110K - $116K/yr
Develops art design strategy in consultation with game designers, engineers, and sales/marketing ... Integrates, where appropriate, new 2D and 3D processes into game production. * May Design, create ...
FDMA 2713 COMPUTER 2D ANIMATION * FDMA 2790 GAME DESIGN CONCEPTS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires ... Art with an emphasis in game design. * A minimum of three (3) years of documented professional ...
FDMA 2713 COMPUTER 2D ANIMATION * FDMA 2790 GAME DESIGN CONCEPTS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires ... Art with an emphasis in game design. * A minimum of three (3) years of documented professional ...
Technical Designer - Gaming
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
Creating polished game mockups that showcase new features and experiences. * Designing particles ... Spine (2D skeletal animation) * HTML / CSS for UI work and layout tweaks * 2D & 3D art production ...
Technical Designer - Gaming
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
Creating polished game mockups that showcase new features and experiences. * Designing particles ... Spine (2D skeletal animation) * HTML / CSS for UI work and layout tweaks * 2D & 3D art production ...
Technical Designer - Gaming
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
Creating polished game mockups that showcase new features and experiences. * Designing particles ... Spine (2D skeletal animation) * HTML / CSS for UI work and layout tweaks * 2D & 3D art production ...
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Technical Designer - Gaming
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
Creating polished game mockups that showcase new features and experiences. * Designing particles ... Spine (2D skeletal animation) * HTML / CSS for UI work and layout tweaks * 2D & 3D art production ...
FDMA 2713 COMPUTER 2D ANIMATION * FDMA 2790 GAME DESIGN CONCEPTS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires ... Art with an emphasis in game design. * A minimum of three (3) years of documented professional ...
FDMA 2713 COMPUTER 2D ANIMATION * FDMA 2790 GAME DESIGN CONCEPTS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires ... Art with an emphasis in game design. * A minimum of three (3) years of documented professional ...
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| Credentials | Portfolio, proficiency in graphic design and illustration software | Portfolio, strong drawing skills, proficiency in illustration tools |
| Work Environment | Game development teams, studios, freelance projects | Game studios, freelance, animation companies |
| Industry Usage | Used across all game art assets including backgrounds, UI, characters | Specialized in creating character visuals and concept art |
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2D Game Artist
Austin, TX
Full-time
Retirement
Posted 6 days ago
Job description
SciPlay is a leading developer and publisher of digital games on mobile and web platforms, providing highly entertaining free-to-play games that millions of people play every day for their authenticity, engagement and fun.
SciPlay currently offers nine core games, including social casino games Jackpot Party Casino, Gold Fish Casino Slots, Hot Shot Casino and Quick Hit Slots, and casual games MONOPOLY Slots, Bingo Showdown, 88 Fortunes Slots, Backgammon Live and Solitaire Pet Adventure with offices all over the world!
Position Summary
The 2D Game Artist will be responsible for creating high-quality illustrations for ongoing live game content, features and events while adhering the overall game art direction and UI style. They are required to coordinate delivery of finished assets to the technical artists in a complete, organized, and well-documented fashion. They should have the ability to deliver exceptional quality, leverage the latest AI art tools and deliver within a reasonable production schedule.
2D Game Artists are expected to be expert users of Adobe Photoshop. Artists are expected to have superior talents in several artistic categories, including: illustration, graphic design, color theory, character design, with 3d skills being a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Follow the direction of the Art Manager to create high-quality concept art for game content and events screens that adhere to the overall game's illustration and UI aesthetic.
- Work rapidly to ideate creative concepts and work in an iterative process.
- Create concepts that work with existing game UI aesthetic.
- Create illustrations that are pre-planned to work well with 2D animation and vfx.
- Create logo designs for game features that adhere to game art style.
- Use AI tools to accelerate and enhance concepting and asset creation.
- Use and/or create 3D elements as basis for 2D illustrations.
- Demonstrate ability to follow dictated file structure and organization for delivery of art assets.
- Demonstrate ability to provide all necessary assets and documentation within expected deadlines.
- 3+ years of experience creating art for mobile games is required.
- Exceptional understanding of character design, color theory, composition, lighting, graphic design and text treatments is required.
- Expert proficiency in Adobe Photoshop is required.
- Experience using AI art tools is required.
- Experience using Blender is preferred.
- Experience using Adobe Illustrator is preferred.
- Ability to explore new styles and self-assess abilities.
We are SciPlay! We make games!
The roots of our company are simple and strong: our founders fell head over heels for casino games and had a vision to create the most entertaining free-to-play casino games for gamers around the world. We've grown into a company that makes games we are truly proud of and that are enjoyed by millions of players every day. Our history is extensive, but we're just getting started. In 1998, we got our start as Phantom EFX and in 2019, we reintroduced ourselves as SciPlay and went public on the Nasdaq.
At SciPlay, we are programmed to think untraditionally. From our yearly development conferences, shindigs, and new game launches, we believe in doing what you love and doing it well. We take great pride in our ability to create authentic experiences for players, and we are excited to continue investing in our workforce, technology, and our data-driven approach, all with the mission of delighting our players long into the future. We believe that if we continue to stay passionate, set ambitious goals, live our values and play together, we will become the #1 social casino and casual gaming company in the world.
A few of our highlighted perks and benefits:
- Competitivesalaries
- Annualbonuses, matching 401k
- Funenvironment:OpenOffice Concept with Ergonomic Seating and Standing Desks.Game Room featuring current generation consoles, numerous game titles, and various table games.
- Food!FullyStocked Kitchen with Beverages and Snacks, as well as company-paid lunches 2x/week
- PaidFamily Leave
- PaidVolunteer Time
- Annual2-night company retreat
Read More About Our Values Here:
https://www.sciplay.com/life-at-sciplay
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At SciPlay we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Both professionally and personally, we believe our differences are key to unlocking our superpowers. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have! #beYOU
SciPlay is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Light & Wonder, Inc. At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games! Learn more atwww.lnw.com.
SciPlay Corporation and its affiliates (collectively, SciPlay) are committed to creating a workforce of credibility and dependability. As a prerequisite to employment with SciPlay (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SciPlay conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you. This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. SciPlay is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click hereEEOC Poster.
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Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.
Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.
About SciPlay
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Company size
201 - 500 Employees
Headquarters location
Las Vegas, NV, US
Year founded
2019