Lead Artist

4 Hours ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Lead Artist will be responsible for maintaining high-quality standards across custom games, collaborating with the Associate Art Director, ensuring artwork aligns with client branding, guiding junior artists, creating assets for games, providing feedback, and optimizing workflows. They will also set art schedules, coordinate with stakeholders, communicate the product vision, and motivate the team. Strong candidates should have experience leading art teams and creating game art, along with proficiency in Adobe CC programs and production management tools. This role requires excellent communication, leadership, teamwork skills, and adaptability.

Must have:

2+ years leading art teams, 5+ years creating game art
Strong skills in illustration, color, composition, anatomy, and branding
Proficiency in Adobe CC programs (Photoshop and Illustrator)
Experience with production management tools such as Jira and Monday
Understanding of branding, with experience in typography and designing logos
Strong portfolio of 2D game assets
Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
Business-oriented, adaptable, and able to multitask

Perks:

Budget for personal development
Well-being Budget
Annual bonus
Development days to grow professionally
Free English classes
Paid vacation days/paid sick leaves

10 skills required

10 skills required for this role

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jira

monday

photoshop

oops

communication

budget-management

product-vision

composition

anatomy

team-management

Job Details

RubyPlay is a progressive and energetic iGaming development studio that specializes in the design and creation of the most entertaining and engaging slot games, as well as value-add tools for gaming operators. RubyPlay was founded by a group of industry gurus and has evolved into a “Gem” of the iGaming industry!

Our team values are maintaining high quality, following the best & modern practices, and continuous development.

Currently we are looking for a Lead Artist to maintain high-quality standards across custom games for our growing client list.

Here’s How You’ll Make an Impact:

Collaborate and support the Associate Art Director in executing art tasks
Ensure artwork aligns with client branding and specifications
Guide junior artists and inspire the creative team
Create assets for bespoke and branded games, including UI, backgrounds, banners, symbols, icons, and logos
Provide feedback on static art and finalise assets for animation
Optimise workflows by exploring new tools and techniques

Management & Leadership

Set and manage art schedules, assign Jira/Monday tasks, and coordinate with stakeholders
Organise meetings, structure asset handovers, and collaborate with designers, animators, and developers
Communicate the product vision, remove obstacles, and maintain team focus
Motivate and mentor the team, ensuring transparency and engagement
Conduct 1-on-1 meetings, daily stand-ups, and performance reviews
Foster a positive, creative, and collaborative team environment

What Makes You A Strong Candidate: