Senior 2D Artist

Game District

5+ Years | Lahore, Pakistan (On Site) | Full Time | 2 months ago

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Job Summary

We are looking for a Senior 2D Artist to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have strong artistic skills, a solid understanding of visual design principles, and proven experience creating high-quality 2D game art. As a Senior 2D Artist, you will play a key role in defining the artistic vision, mentoring junior artists, and ensuring the delivery of visually compelling and consistent artwork across projects. Key responsibilities include creating high-quality 2D assets, collaborating with teams, defining visual style, and providing mentorship.

Must Have

Create high-quality 2D assets, including characters, environments, props, UI elements, and concept art.
Collaborate closely with the Art Director, Game Designers, and Developers to align visuals with gameplay needs and project goals.
Define and maintain the visual style and artistic direction of the project.
Provide mentorship, guidance, and feedback to junior and mid-level artists.
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure art assets are optimized for game performance.
Create concept art and mood boards to support the creative vision.
5+ years of professional experience as a 2D Artist in the gaming industry.
Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in character design, environment art, and UI/UX design.
Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Spine (or similar 2D animation tools).
Solid understanding of color theory, composition, perspective, and visual storytelling.
Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver high-quality work under deadlines.

Good to Have

Experience working with cross-functional teams in a game development pipeline (Unity/Unreal knowledge is a plus).
Experience with 2D animation, VFX, or motion graphics.
Knowledge of 3D software (Blender, Maya, 3ds Max) for integration with 2D pipelines.
Previous experience mentoring or leading small art teams.
Passion for mobile games and interactive storytelling.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Create high-quality 2D assets, including characters, environments, props, UI elements, and concept art.
Collaborate closely with the Art Director, Game Designers, and Developers to align visuals with gameplay needs and project goals.
Define and maintain the visual style and artistic direction of the project.
Provide mentorship, guidance, and feedback to junior and mid-level artists.
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure art assets are optimized for game performance.
Create concept art and mood boards to support the creative vision.
Stay up to date with industry trends, art tools, and techniques to bring fresh ideas and innovation to the team.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Animation, Game Design, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of professional experience as a 2D Artist in the gaming industry.
Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in character design, environment art, and UI/UX design.
Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Spine (or similar 2D animation tools).
Solid understanding of color theory, composition, perspective, and visual storytelling.
Experience working with cross-functional teams in a game development pipeline (Unity/Unreal knowledge is a plus).
Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver high-quality work under deadlines
Experience with 2D animation, VFX, or motion graphics.
Knowledge of 3D software (Blender, Maya, 3ds Max) for integration with 2D pipelines
Previous experience mentoring or leading small art teams.
Passion for mobile games and interactive storytelling.

23 Skills Required For This Role

2d Animation Real Time Vfx Cross Functional Communication Motion Graphics 3ds Max Character Design Artistic Vision Visual Storytelling Color Theory Concept Art Unreal Unity Game Texts Storytelling Composition User Experience Ux 2d Art Spine Photoshop Maya Adobe Photoshop Blender