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Hasbro

Sr Worldbuilding Art Director WOTC

Renton, WA · Hybrid

Are you a curious, highly engaged, and experienced visual creative who is immersed in fantasy art? Are you interested in working within an established brand/IP while constantly looking to grow the ...

Hasbro

Sr Worldbuilding Art Director WOTC

Renton, WA · On-site

$125K - $187K/yr

Are you a curious, highly engaged, and experienced visual creative who is immersed in fantasy art? Are you interested in working within an established brand/IP while constantly looking to grow the ...

Hasbro

Art Director-Collectibility

Renton, WA · On-site

$136K - $142K/yr

... fantasy illustration, graphic-forward design, and emerging visual trends. You're excited by ... Art Direction Experience | 2+ years in commercial art direction, visual development, or a related ...

Hasbro

Art Director-Collectibility

Renton, WA · On-site

$136K - $142K/yr

... fantasy illustration, graphic-forward design, and emerging visual trends. You're excited by ... Art Direction Experience | 2+ years in commercial art direction, visual development, or a related ...

Snail Games USA

Senior VFX Artist - Art Center

CA · On-site +1

$115K - $155K/yr

You will collaborate closely with Design, Animation, Lighting, Engineering, and Technical Art to ensure VFX supports gameplay clarity, performance budgets, and visual identity across fantasy ...

Hasbro

Graphic Designer - D&D

Renton, WA · Hybrid

Support the art team by collaborating with Art Directors, Production Artists, and Digital Designers ... A portfolio that shows clean, high-impact editorial design with an emphasis on fantasy ...

Macmillan

Senior Editor, TOR

Manhattan, NY

$80K - $90K/yr

Tor Publishing Group is looking to hire a senior editor to publish fantasy and science fiction ... art and design teams, facilitating production with managing ed and authors, etc. * Be a leader and ...

Macmillan

Senior Editor, TOR

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Tor Publishing Group is looking to hire a senior editor to publish fantasy and science fiction ... art and design teams, facilitating production with managing ed and authors, etc. * Be a leader and ...

Velan Studios

Level Designer (Senior+)

Troy, NY · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

If creating randomized levels for a new ARPG based on a premiere fantasy IP sounds like your dream ... Familiarity with any major 3-d art creation tool such as 3d Studio Max, Maya or Blender

Velan Studios

Level Designer (Senior+)

Troy, NY · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

If creating randomized levels for a new ARPG based on a premiere fantasy IP sounds like your dream ... Familiarity with any major 3-d art creation tool such as 3d Studio Max, Maya or Blender

Velan Studios

Level Designer (Senior+)

Troy, NY · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

If creating randomized levels for a new ARPG based on a premiere fantasy IP sounds like your dream ... Familiarity with any major 3-d art creation tool such as 3d Studio Max, Maya or Blender

Hasbro

TRPG Publishing Lead - D&D

Renton, WA · Hybrid

... art, narrative, brand, and production teams. Preferred Qualifications * Deep familiarity with Dungeons & Dragons, tabletop RPGs, or adjacent fantasy IPs. * Experience with franchise or licensed ...

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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for fantasy art in the United States is $69,553.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Fantasy Artist, you need a strong foundation in traditional or digital illustration, an understanding of anatomy, composition, and the use of color, often supported by a degree in fine arts or relevant coursework. Mastery of digital tools like Adobe Photoshop, Corel Painter, or Procreate is commonly required, and some employers value a well-developed portfolio over formal certifications. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret briefs and collaborate with others are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills are essential for producing imaginative, high-quality artwork that meets client expectations and advances storytelling in games, books, or media.

What kinds of projects might a Fantasy Artist work on, and how does collaboration typically function in this role?

Fantasy Artists often work on a diverse range of projects, including concept art for video games, book and card game illustrations, cover art, character design, and promotional materials for various entertainment industries. Collaboration is key, as Fantasy Artists frequently interact with art directors, writers, game designers, and sometimes marketing teams to ensure their work aligns with the project's vision and requirements. Most roles require the artist to receive feedback, revise artwork, and participate in regular meetings or reviews. Working within a creative team structure helps refine concepts and ensures consistency and quality across all visual assets produced. This collaborative process allows artists to grow professionally and contribute meaningfully to larger creative projects.

What is a Fantasy Art job?

A Fantasy Art job involves creating imaginative and surreal artwork that depicts fantasy themes, such as mythical creatures, magical landscapes, and heroic characters. Artists in this field work in various industries, including video games, movies, book publishing, and tabletop games. They use traditional and digital techniques to bring fictional worlds to life, often collaborating with writers, designers, and creative teams. Strong artistic skills, creativity, and a deep understanding of storytelling are essential for success in this profession.

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Sr Worldbuilding Art Director WOTC

Sr Worldbuilding Art Director WOTC

Hasbro

Renton, WA • Hybrid

Other

Posted 24 days ago

Hasbro rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Our adventuring party at Dungeons & Dragons, the world's greatest role-playing game, is looking for a ground- breaking Senior Art Director to join our award-winning team. A creative individual who will guide, elevate, and champion our studio's vision of D&D through dynamic art worldbuilding, commissioning, and strategic, hands-on conceptual development.

Are you a curious, highly engaged, and experienced visual creative who is immersed in fantasy art? Are you interested in working within an established brand/IP while constantly looking to grow the brand's audience and visual expression? If so, please apply today!

This role is a hybrid role requiring three days a week in our Renton, WA office.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead in-house and external illustrators in crafting concept art assets.
  • Commission key artwork, sourcing freelance illustrators for each piece, offering ongoing direction on individual pieces, and encouraging strong connections with those collaborators.
  • Work alongside Creative Team partners to develop, define and communicate the visual creative foundation of future D&D worlds. Act as the art subject matter expert, leading the visual development of characters, environments and details needed to successfully support future card set releases.
  • Present and pitch creative concepts in brainstorms, meetings, and stand-up critiques, serving as a flexible authority on visual direction for both internal and external partners.
  • Participate in brainstorms on future D&D creative expressions and workflow/process improvements in partnership with department leaders.
  • Present updates to leadership, showcasing work and contextualizing it within our larger visual strategy.
What You'll Bring :
  • 4+ yrs experience in commercial art illustration and/or commissioning Art Director roles
  • A portfolio demonstrating strong creative vision
  • You keep current with fantasy illustration market/talent and have an interest in discovering varied, up-and-coming artists
  • Effective communication and organizational abilities, keen attention to detail, and ease with both offering and accepting feedback
  • Ability to demonstrate ownership over commissioned work and concept art, and to synthesize game mechanics, brand knowledge, and creative goals into clear and concise direction
  • A proactive "yes, and" approach to concepting, feedback, and mentorship. You are a strong visual storyteller and collaborator at heart, using loose sketching, paint-overs, and other artist-focused methodologies to communicate direction.
  • The ability to prioritize and multi-task in a multidimensional, fast-paced environment that revolves around multiple product development calendars.
  • Adept in Adobe Photoshop, proficient in Illustrator, InDesign and MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)

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