Concept Artist

1 Hour ago • 3 Years + • Concept Art • ~ $111,000 PA

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Job Description

VGW seeks a Concept Artist to create top-tier artwork, animations, and experiences for their slot games. Responsibilities include designing all art assets, storyboards, illustrations, animations, UI, and marketing collateral. Collaboration with production, sound design, and engineering teams is crucial. The ideal candidate possesses 3+ years of AAA slots art creation experience, exceptional illustration and animation skills, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Spine, and a keen understanding of player experience design. The role reports to the Game Development Director and receives creative direction from the Game Designer and Head of Studio.
Must have:
  • 3+ years AAA slots art experience
  • Excellent illustration & animation skills
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite & Spine
  • Understanding of fun player experiences
  • Create all design art assets
  • Liaise with other teams
Perks:
  • Accrued PTO
  • 11 paid company holidays
  • 401(k) company matching
  • Health, dental, vision coverages
  • Remote work option

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play games. 

Our Product team is currently looking for a Concept Artist to join the team. 

As a Concept Artist, you'll be responsible for creating world class slots artwork, animations, and experiences that entice and entertain our customers. Your work will be the focus of our customers’ attention and time. It will be one of the key reasons customers love our games and want to keep coming back for more.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Create all design art assets and any accompanying documentation for said slot games. Including but not limited to:
    • Concept art;
    • Storyboards; Illustrations;Animations & choreographyUser interface design; Marketing collateral design
    • Liaise with Production, Sound design, and Engineering teams as needed.
    • Reports to Game Development Director.
    • Takes creative direction from Game Designer and head of studio.
  • Liaise with Production, Sound design, and Engineering teams as needed.
  • Reports to Game Dev. Director.
  • Takes creative direction from Game Designer and head of studio.

What you will bring to the role:

  • 3+ years experience in Slots Art creation in AAA slots production environment.
  • Excellent illustration and animation skills
  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, adobe creative suite, and SPINE.
  • Intuitive understanding of how to build fun player experiences.
  • Good attention to detail and organization skills.

 

About VGW

VGW has been disrupting the online gaming world since 2010 and we're only getting started. We've assembled an incredibly talented global team who bring their passion, energy and expertise to build games that people love. 

At VGW, we have a modern approach to getting work done and a focus on creating an environment where amazing people can do amazing work. That means giving you the flexibility you need, providing spaces that will keep you comfortable and finding opportunities for you to keep learning and growing.

Find out more at www.vgw.co

If you want to join a team that does things differently apply today and we look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team.

Why VGW?

We are on a huge mission to become the biggest gaming company in the world. As we grow to meet this goal, we need talented people rich in diversity to propel us forward. We truly believe the right mix of diversity and authenticity will be our winning hand.

We are committed to creating a diverse, engaging and inclusive culture for our people to shine, with a workplace that honours your experiences, perspectives, unique identity and passions. For those reasons, we encourage you to browse our employment opportunities and apply today. Please let us know of any accommodations you may need during the application process.

Base compensation for this role is $111,000 and benefits include accrued PTO, 11 paid company holidays, 401(k) company matching, health, dental, vision coverages, and the ability to work remotely!

 

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About The Company

Pioneering the online social gaming experience. 


We are a fast-growing technology company and creator of market-leading online social games.  


Our business is innovative and is setting new standards in the online social games market. Our success comes from hiring amazing people who are challenging the status quo by testing, pioneering and pushing the boundaries. 


For over a decade, VGW has developed popular games that provide our many players entertainment with a thrill. 


We understand the importance of providing games and content that capture our customers’ imagination while building a reputation of trust and security, working alongside the biggest marketing and payment partners across the globe. 


VGW exists to provide our players with the ultimate entertainment experience.


To ensure we maintain a safe and respectful online community, we have developed house rules for our LinkedIn page: https://www.vgw.co/social-media-policy/

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