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Art Lead

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Support and mentor less experienced artists while staying current on industry tools and trends ... Two to three years of experience in 2D illustration, graphic design, animation, 3D art, or ...

You'll work across 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation, owning hands-on ... Help guide and mentor the motion team through critiques, collaboration, and workflow support

You'll work across 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation, owning hands-on ... Help guide and mentor the motion team through critiques, collaboration, and workflow support

You'll work across 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation, owning hands-on ... Help guide and mentor the motion team through critiques, collaboration, and workflow support

You'll work across 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation, owning hands-on ... Help guide and mentor the motion team through critiques, collaboration, and workflow support

Senior Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80 - $120K/hr

Provide mentorship, guidance, and constructive feedback to artists at various experience levels to ... including 2D game assets and animations. * Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop ...

Senior Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80 - $120K/hr

Provide mentorship, guidance, and constructive feedback to artists at various experience levels to ... including 2D game assets and animations. * Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop ...

Senior Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80 - $120K/hr

Provide mentorship, guidance, and constructive feedback to artists at various experience levels to ... including 2D game assets and animations. * Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop ...

You should be able to coach, guide and mentor junior members in the team. User Interface Design ... Develop 2D and 3D Animation using Flash. Develop Flash /Director based customer Animations Develop ...

$100 - $125/hr

Define motion design principles, animation standards, and creative approaches across the ... Utilize 2D, 3D, compositing, visual effects, and emerging technologies where appropriate * Ensure ...

... communication, across 2D and 3D work.Industry experience as an animator or art director ... Demonstrated ability to mentor designers, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to an ...

Art Director, Motion Design

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$142K - $149K/yr

... communication, across 2D and 3D work. Industry experience as an animator or art director ... Demonstrated ability to mentor designers, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to an ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for 2d animation mentor in the United States is $39.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $63.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Art Lead

Chicago, IL • On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Your growth matters. Let's do this together.

Hiring location: Chicago, IL

Work setup: Hybrid, connected to the local office in Chicago, IL

What You Will Do

As an Art Lead, you will lead the art team within a land-based slot studio in Chicago, ensuring the delivery of high-quality visual content aligned with overall art direction. You will manage people, processes, and output to maintain consistency and excellence in visual execution.

  • Create high-quality visual content, including illustrations, graphic layouts, logos, typography, animation, 3D art, and character designs.
  • Develop production-ready assets that align with creative direction, product specifications, and technical requirements.
  • Maintain visual consistency and bring artwork from initial concept through final production.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement feedback and solve creative or technical challenges.
  • Manage project deliverables, timelines, and organized production files.
  • Contribute to improvements in the art production pipeline and department best practices.
  • Support and mentor less experienced artists while staying current on industry tools and trends.
What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Arts, Animation, Motion Graphics, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

  • Two to three years of experience in 2D illustration, graphic design, animation, 3D art, or generalist art production.

  • A strong 2D and/or 3D portfolio demonstrating versatility, attention to detail, and a range of styles.

  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator.

  • Strong traditional art skills, including drawing, painting, composition, typography, and graphic design.

  • Knowledge of animation principles, asset management, file organization, and product development processes.

  • Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

  • The ability to take ownership of projects, apply feedback professionally, and deliver quality work on schedule.


Ready to combine creativity, leadership, and technical expertise? Apply today and help IGT create visually engaging experiences that connect with players.
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IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted. 

At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including skills, experience, education, and geographic location. These factors may result in variation in starting pay. The estimated starting compensation range for this role is $90,000- $110,000 annually USD, based on a good-faith assessment at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary. IGT complies with all applicable pay transparency and compensation laws and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable. 
Base pay is one component of IGT's total rewards program. Depending on the role, employees may be eligible for bonus or commission opportunities. IGT also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include a 401(k) savings plan with company contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and other wellness programs, subject to eligibility requirements. 

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