2D Artist

Funovus, a US-based game development studio with a global remote team, is seeking a 2D Artist. This role involves close collaboration with designers and artists to define and refine visual styles, developing concepts for characters, environments, and props, and producing high-quality 2D art for in-game assets. The artist will also be responsible for overseeing deliverables, ensuring timely completion and exceptional quality, and providing feedback to external artists. The ideal candidate is passionate about game development and capable of working on-site.

Must Have

• Collaborate closely with game designers and artists to experiment with and refine the visual style.
• Partner with the project lead to ensure high-quality assets are delivered on schedule.
• Develop concepts and designs for various game elements, such as characters, environments, and props.
• Produce high-quality 2D art for in-game assets.
• Oversee deliverables to meet deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Offer constructive and clear feedback to external artists.

Good to Have

• Strong drawing and rendering ability.
• Mobile game developing experience.
• Familiar with 2D Animation or VFX experience, like Spine, AE, Flash, etc.

Perks & Benefits

• Sponsor CPT/OPT/H1B for international students.

Funovus is a game development studio based in the United States with team members around the globe. Together we've embraced a remote-working, geo-diverse team and culture. We are looking for people who are fierce, capable, and have a strong desire to make fun and memorable games.

JOB DUTIES

• Collaborate closely with game designers and artists to experiment with and refine the visual style.
• Partner with the project lead to ensure high-quality assets are delivered on schedule.
• Develop concepts and designs for various game elements, such as characters, environments, and props.
• Produce high-quality 2D art for in-game assets.
• Oversee deliverables to meet deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Offer constructive and clear feedback to external artists.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 1–3 years of experience as a concept artist or 2D artist in the gaming industry.
• Strong skills in researching and gathering reference materials to fuel creativity and address challenges.
• Capability to design characters, environments, and props across diverse themes and styles.
• Proficiency in adhering to the project’s established artistic style.
• Skill in creatively solving visual challenges through rapid sketching.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on teamwork.
• Deep enthusiasm for game development.
• Able to work on-site with us.

Bonus Qualifications

• Strong drawing and rendering ability.
• Mobile game developing experience.
• Familiar with 2D Animation or VFX experience, like Spine, AE, Flash, etc.

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Redwood City, California

We sponsor CPT/OPT/H1B for international students.