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Mobile Game 2D Artist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SciPlay is a leading developer and publisher of digital games on mobile and web platforms ... Position Summary The 2D Game Artist will be responsible for creating high-quality illustrations for ...

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$20 - $50/hr

And numerous digital fashion releases on UGC Gaming platforms - Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse Productions is seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our ...

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA ยท Remote

$20 - $50/hr

And numerous digital fashion releases on UGC Gaming platforms - Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse Productions is seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our ...

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site +1

$20 - $50/hr

And numerous digital fashion releases on UGC Gaming platforms - Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse Productions is seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our ...

You'll work closely with designers, artists, producers, backend engineers, and QA to create ... Experience developing both 2D and 3D mobile games. * Proven experience optimizing mobile ...

SciPlay is a leading developer and publisher of digital games on mobile and web platforms ... Position Summary The 2D Game Artist will be responsible for creating high-quality illustrations for ...

Artist/ Illustrator-2D

Irvine, CA ยท On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

And you? You're a digital 2D artist. Your language is color theory, perspective, composition ... And you're excited by working on a portfolio of 30+ mobile games that touches tens of millions of ...

Artist/ Illustrator-2D

Irvine, CA ยท On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

And you? You're a digital 2D artist. Your language is color theory, perspective, composition ... And you're excited by working on a portfolio of 30+ mobile games that touches tens of millions of ...

NY ยท On-site

$60 - $80/hr

We make games to be a part of providing that outlet for escape, competition, exploration, social ... We are looking for a Senior 2D Artist to create cute and beautiful artwork. We are looking for ...

Our Miami office is located in the awesome Wynwood Arts and Entertainment District. We offer ... Knowledge of 2D/3D development and integrated game physics. * Experience with mobile game ...

Our Miami office is located in the awesome Wynwood Arts and Entertainment District. We offer ... Knowledge of 2D/3D development and integrated game physics. * Experience with mobile game ...

Develop, refine, and execute high-quality art assets across multiple mobile game projects. * Directly support external developers by providing artistic guidance, feedback, asset review, paint-overs ...

Principal Technical Artist

Dallas, TX ยท On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

PeopleFun is an award-winning creator of mobile games for players across the globe. We are part of ... Solid grounding in 2D art, animation, and UI design principles, with enough craft sensibility to ...

Lead Artist - Digital Gaming

El Segundo, CA ยท On-site

$96K - $137K/yr

Develop, refine, and execute high-quality art assets across multiple mobile game projects. * Directly support external developers by providing artistic guidance, feedback, asset review, paint-overs ...

Gameplay Engineer

Glendale, CA ยท On-site

$25/hr

... of engineers, artists, designers and producers on mobile game projects. Design and build fun ... Game programming skills including 2D and 3D math, physics, FX and UI systems. Strong collaboration ...

$100 - $125/hr

Tripledot Studios is one of the largest independent mobile games companies in the world. We are a ... Solid grounding in 2D art, animation, and UI design principles, with enough craft sensibility to ...

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How much do mobile game 2d artist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for mobile game 2d artist in the United States is $123,136.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $170,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a mobile game 2D artist do?

A Mobile Game 2D Artist creates visual elements for mobile games, including characters, environments, icons, and user interface components. They use digital art tools to design and render artwork that fits the game's style and enhances player experience. Their work involves collaborating with game designers, animators, and developers to ensure cohesive and appealing visuals throughout the game.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a mobile game 2D artist?

To thrive as a Mobile Game 2D Artist, you need strong drawing skills, proficiency in color theory, composition, and a solid portfolio demonstrating game art, often supported by a degree in art or design. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and game engines like Unity is typically expected. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with developers and designers are crucial soft skills. These abilities ensure the creation of engaging visual assets that enhance gameplay and user experience in a competitive mobile gaming market.

How does a mobile game 2D artist typically collaborate with game designers and developers during the production process?

Mobile Game 2D Artists work closely with game designers to ensure that visual elements align with the game's mechanics and overall vision. They frequently attend team meetings, participate in iterative feedback sessions, and adjust their artwork based on input from both designers and developers. Effective communication and flexibility are essential, as artists often need to revise assets to accommodate changes in gameplay, user interface, or technical requirements. This collaborative approach ensures that the final visual assets enhance the player experience and meet production timelines.

What is the difference between Mobile Game 2D Artist vs Mobile Game Concept Artist?

AspectMobile Game 2D ArtistMobile Game Concept Artist
Primary RoleCreates 2D artwork, sprites, backgrounds, and UI assets for mobile games.Develops initial visual concepts, character designs, and style guides for mobile games.
Skills & ToolsProficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and animation software.Strong drawing skills, concept sketching, and visual storytelling.
Work EnvironmentTypically part of a game development team, working closely with programmers and designers.Often collaborates with art directors and game designers during pre-production.

While both roles involve visual creation, the Mobile Game 2D Artist focuses on producing finalized game assets, whereas the Mobile Game Concept Artist specializes in developing initial visual ideas and concepts to guide the game's art style.

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Infographic showing various Mobile Game 2D Artist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 8% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 69% In-person, 8% Hybrid, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,136 per year, or $59.2 per hour.

2D Game Artist

Austin, TX โ€ข On-site

SciPlay
201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 20 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.
Qualifications:
  • 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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