2D Art Generalist (Mobile Game)

2 Months ago • 1-3 Years • Concept Art • 2D Art

Job Summary

Job Description

IGG Canada seeks a skilled 2D Art Generalist to create high-quality concept art, support the artistic vision, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on a 3D simulation mobile game. Responsibilities include developing character and environment concepts, creating textures, producing 2D assets for 3D projections, generating mood paintings, and rapidly sketching illustrations. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Photoshop, Painter, or equivalent software, possess a strong understanding of art principles, and be a self-motivated team player. Contract duration depends on experience (3 months, 1 year, or permanent).
Must have:
  • Proficiency in Photoshop/Painter
  • Concept art creation
  • Texture development
  • 2D asset production
  • Strong art fundamentals
  • Teamwork & communication
Good to have:
  • Familiarity with AI tools (Midjourney, Stable Diffusion)
Perks:
  • Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision)
  • Paid vacation & sick days
  • Active living & training reimbursements
  • Dependent/child benefits
  • Paid holidays
  • RRSP matching
  • Commuter allowance
  • Team lunches
  • On-site parking, gym, games
  • Casual dress code
  • Employee gifts
  • Snacks & drinks
  • Festival bonuses
  • Referral bonuses

Job Details

IGG Canada is a premium mobile game and video production studio located at 5 East 8th Ave. Vancouver, Canada. With spectacular views of the downtown skyline, coastal mountains and English Bay, our new studio is spacious, high-tech and inspiring.

IGG Canada is a division of IGG, a global interactive digital entertainment company that specializes in the development of and operation of Mobile Games. Established in 2006, IGG was founded with the aim of becoming a leading massively multiplayer game publisher and developer. The company has rapidly expanded its global operations, through strategic partnerships with popular gaming platforms such as Facebook, iOS, Amazon, Google Play, Kongregate and many others. IGG currently operates studios in China, Philippines, Singapore, the U.S. and Canada which opened its doors in 2014.

If you're passionate about creating mobile games that reach millions of players around the world and are interested in becoming an integral member of our Canadian team of superheroes, we want to hear from you!


We are seeking a skilled 2D Art Generalist to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating design requirements into high-quality concept art, supporting the artistic vision, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams. Key responsibilities include developing character and environment concepts, creating photorealistic and stylized textures, and producing high-quality 2D assets to support the 3D department.


Position: 2D Art Generalist (Mobile Game)

Game Project: Join our talented team to work on 3D simulation mobile game!

Report to: Lead 2D Artist

Hiring Level: Experienced

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Vancouver 5 East 8th Ave.;

Work location: At Office

Employment Terms:

  • Less than 1 year of relevant experience: Initial 3-month contract​
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience: Initial 1-year contract​
  • More than 3 years of relevant experience: Permanent position​

Note: Contract durations are subject to individual assessment and may vary based on specific qualifications and experience.



Hiring Processes:

1. Resume & Portfolio review (including character and environment designs);

2. Art Test;

3. Interview;

4. Offer;


Key Responsibilities:

  • Create character and environment concepts aligned with the project's artistic direction.
  • Develop organic and hard surface textures to achieve desired visual aesthetics for characters, props, and environments.
  • Produce high-quality rendered 2D assets for use in 3D department projections.
  • Generate mood paintings, animation designs, and prop concepts.
  • Rapidly sketch and produce digital illustrations to visualize initial project ideas.
  • Enhance existing illustrations with screenshot paint-overs and retakes to refine project direction.
  • Communicate visual concepts effectively within the team.
  • Iterate on concepts to ensure alignment with the artistic vision.
  • Develop detailed sketches from selected concepts.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Proficiency in digital art tools such as Photoshop, Painter, or equivalent.
  • Ability to iterate quickly on concepts with input from the Team Lead.
  • Openness to receiving and providing constructive criticism.
  • Strong understanding of mood, lighting, form, shape, and composition in conveying artistic intent.
  • Keen eye for environmental design, including light, value, color, staging, and detail.
  • Ability to translate ideas from concept to real-time game content.
  • Solid foundation in traditional art, encompassing figure drawing, landscape painting, and illustration.
  • Self-motivated, effective communicator, and enthusiastic team player.
  • Willingness to share knowledge and support team growth.
  • Familiarity with AI tools such as MidJourney and Stable Diffusion is considered an asset.

If you are a creative artist with a passion for translating vision into compelling artwork, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our exciting projects. Please submit your portfolio along with your application.
We look forward to seeing your work!


What We Offer:

  • Comprehensive benefits after 3 months including health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • 18 days of accrued paid Vacation + Sick Days.
  • Reimbursement for Active Living Benefits and Training/Development fees after 3 months.
  • Dependent/Child Benefits.
  • Paid Holiday Closure between Christmas & New Year's week.
  • Paid Bank holidays.
  • RRSP matching after 1 year.
  • Monthly Commuter Allowance after 3 months.
  • Monthly team lunches.


Perks:

  • On-site car and bike parking.
  • Work hours: 10 am to 6 pm with 1 hour paid lunch.
  • On-Site Foosball table, table tennis, basketball game machine & pool table.
  • On-Site Gym.
  • Casual Dress Code.
  • Gifts for employee's children.
  • Snacks and drinks provided.
  • Festival Bonus/Gifts.
  • Referral Bonuses.

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