2D Artist (f/m/d)

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2D Art

Job Description

Aesir Interactive is seeking a talented 2D Artist to join their Art team and help shape the visual identity of current and upcoming gaming projects. The role involves creating high-quality 2D assets and visual concepts, working closely with Art Directors, Technical Artists, and Game Designers to bring environments, characters, and UI elements to life, ensuring visually cohesive and memorable gaming experiences.
Good To Have:
  • Experience creating key art or promotional illustrations for games.
  • Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and ability to create user-friendly interfaces on different platforms.
  • Familiarity with 3D workflows or basic 3D modeling/lighting knowledge to support concepting.
  • Understanding of game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine) and their requirements for 2D assets.
  • German language skills.
Must Have:
  • Design and create high-quality 2D artwork (concept art, character designs, environment illustrations, icons, textures).
  • Collaborate with Art Directors, Game Designers, and Technical Artists to define and maintain artistic vision.
  • Create mood boards, style guides, and paint-overs for visual development.
  • Design and create UI/UX mockups and related UI graphics.
  • Work with 3D and Tech Art teams for seamless 2D asset integration into the game engine.
  • Iterate on feedback and adapt designs to gameplay needs and technical constraints.
  • Prepare promotional artwork, key art, and marketing materials.
  • Create beautifications and concept art for new game ideas and pitches.
  • Maintain a consistent visual style across all 2D elements.
Perks:
  • Welcoming and vibrant office 10 minutes from Central Station
  • Flexible remote work options
  • 38-hour workweek promoting healthy work-life balance
  • Monthly €50 credit card top-up
  • Public transport ticket covered by Aesir
  • Lunch subsidy of €7.50 for each day worked (onsite or remotely)
  • Free drinks, coffee, tea, and weekly fresh organic fruit basket
  • Table tennis and foosball for creative breaks
  • Fun company events

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##### About the company:

At Aesir Interactive, we bring creativity and precision together to craft unforgettable gaming experiences. Behind every great game stands an inspiring world and striking visuals and our Art team plays a key role in making this possible. We’re looking for a talented 2D Artist to help shape the visual identity of our current and upcoming projects, creating art that captivates and excites players around the globe.

##### Your role:

As part of our Art Department, you will create high-quality 2D assets and visual concepts that define the look and feel of our games. You will work closely with Art Directors, Technical Artists, Game Designers, and other artists to bring environments, characters, and UI elements to life. Your work will ensure that our games are visually cohesive and memorable.

##### The kind of stuff you`ll be doing:

  • Designing and creating high-quality 2D artwork such as concept art, character designs, environment illustrations, icons, and textures
  • Collaborating with Art Directors, Game Designers and Technical Artists to define and maintain the artistic vision of the project and ensure solid integrations
  • Creating mood boards, style guides, and paint-overs to support visual development
  • Designing and creating UI/UX mockups to shape the interaction layer of a game and produce the related UI graphics
  • Working with the 3D and Tech Art teams to ensure seamless integration of 2D assets into the game engine
  • Iterating on feedback and adapting designs to gameplay needs and technical constraints
  • Preparing promotional artwork, key art, and marketing materials when needed
  • Create beautifications and concept art for presentations of new game ideas and pitches

##### Who are we looking for:

A creative and detail-oriented artist with a strong sense of visual storytelling and game aesthetics. You thrive in a collaborative environment, communicate effectively, and can adapt your style to different projects. You understand the purpose of your creations in the context of an interactive, narrative game product. You are passionate about games and eager to translate ideas into compelling visuals.

##### Main responsibilities

  • Creation of high-quality 2D art assets and concept art for characters, environments, and UI
  • Maintaining a consistent visual style across all 2D elements
  • Supporting the development of mood boards and visual direction
  • Close collaboration with the Art and Design teams to ensure the game’s artistic goals are met
  • Preparing artwork for both in-game use and external marketing materials
  • Working on presenting new game ideas and pitches

##### Additional responsibilities:

  • Contributing to the refinement of art pipelines and tools
  • Providing paint-overs or feedback for other team members when needed
  • Assisting with art reviews and style guide updates

##### The ideal candidate also has one more of the following:

  • Experience creating key art or promotional illustrations for games
  • Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and the ability to create user-friendly interfaces on different platforms and with different inputs
  • Familiarity with 3D workflows or basic 3D modeling/lighting knowledge to support concepting
  • Understanding of game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine) and their requirements for 2D assets

##### Your Profile

  • Degree in Art, Design, or a related field or equivalent professional experience
  • Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of 2D art styles and concept art
  • Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar
  • Strong understanding of color, composition, and visual storytelling
  • Good communication skills in English (German is a plus)
  • A structured, proactive, and team-oriented way of working

##### Benefits

  • A welcoming and vibrant office just 10 minutes from Munich Central Station
  • Flexible remote work options tailored to your needs
  • A 38-hour workweek that promotes a healthy work-life balance
  • Monthly €50 credit card top-up*
  • Public transport ticket covered by Aesir*
  • Lunch subsidy of €7.50 for each day you work, whether onsite or remotely*
  • Free drinks, coffee, tea, and a weekly fresh organic fruit basket
  • Table tennis and foosball for creative breaks
  • Fun company events :)

##### About us

Located in Munich, Germany, Aesir Interactive offers a fun, focused and casual atmosphere while developing games for PC, Xbox, Playstation and Switch. We believe in people and our team and want to advance your skills and knowledge.

We strongly believe in agile development and the constant adaption of our workflows. We embrace the uniqueness of each project and prefer a structured and documented work style.

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