You will be working with an mmo game developer and publisher built around a collective of hackers and designers in pursuit of the next great paradigm shift in the video game industry.
*responsibilities*:
- create concept art and high-quality 2d assets for characters, vehicles and environments in a stylized anime aesthetic
- create visual mockups to communicate game ideas
- collaborate with stakeholders to define and maintain the artistic vision for various projects
- provide constructive feedback to the art team and help them achieve their potential
- participate actively in project planning and creative brainstorming sessions
- be able to troubleshoot and solve artistic issues that arise during production
*requirements*:
- 8+ years of experience in the video game industry
- proven experience as a 2d artist in the game industry, with demonstrated success in an anime aesthetic
- proficiency with industry-standard design tools such as photoshop, illustrator, and after effects
- strong knowledge of composition, color theory, and layout
- demonstrated ability to create expressive, stylized characters and environments in an anime style
- mastery of time management to adhere to schedules and deadlines
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
*nice to have*:
- experience with unity or unreal engine
- strong understanding of the game development process
- experience with 3d modeling software (e.g., blender, maya)
- experience in storyboarding
- previous experience in a leadership position
- degree from an art college
- we’re an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status_