2D Artist

1 Month ago • 2 Years + • 2D Art

Job Summary

Job Description

Scopely's Scrabble team seeks a 2D Artist Generalist for a 6-month contract in Barcelona. Responsibilities include creating high-quality 2D artwork for the Scrabble GO mobile game, designing and refining game assets, collaborating with the Art Director and cross-functional teams, and integrating artwork into the project. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, a strong portfolio showcasing 2D artwork (concept art, character design, environment art), proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate, and a solid understanding of composition, color theory, and visual storytelling. Bonus points for experience with Agile, Unity, animation tools, and mobile game development. The role requires excellent communication, collaboration, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Must have:
  • 2+ years 2D art experience
  • Strong portfolio
  • Proficiency in Photoshop/Illustrator/Procreate
  • Understanding of composition, color theory
  • Collaboration skills
Good to have:
  • Agile experience
  • Unity experience
  • Animation tool experience
  • UI/UX design principles
  • Mobile game development experience

Job Details

Description

Scopely is looking for a 2D Artist - Generalist to join the Scrabble team on a 6 month fixed term contract in Barcelona on a hybrid basis.
 
At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play, every day - whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues, or through our deep connections with our communities of players. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing and innovating the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily. 
 
Scrabble® GO is one of our casual free-to-play mobile games and is the modern version of the world’s favorite word game! The team is based in Europe and the US, and works every day to create captivating new experiences for our players.

We are seeking a talented and passionate 2D Artist to join our creative team in a temporary role. The ideal candidate will have a strong artistic vision, an eye for detail, and a deep understanding of visual storytelling.

What You Will Do

  • Create high-quality 2D artwork that enhances the visual appeal and overall player experience.
  • Design, refine, and implement game assets, ensuring they align with the game’s artistic style, tone, and vision.
  • Collaborate closely with the Art Director, fellow artists, and cross-functional teams to maintain a cohesive and immersive visual style across projects.
  • Utilize available tools to integrate final artwork into the project efficiently and effectively.

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience as a 2D Artist in the video game industry or a related creative field.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing high-quality 2D artwork, including concept art, character design, and environment art, with a focus on stylized aesthetics.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard digital art tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate.
  • A solid understanding of composition, color theory, lighting, and visual storytelling to create compelling game visuals.
  • Adaptability to different artistic styles and project requirements, demonstrating flexibility in execution.
  • Familiarity with UI/UX design principles for game interfaces (a plus).
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a team-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining artistic integrity and quality.

Bonus Points

  • Experience working within an Agile development environment.
  • Familiarity with game engines such as Unity for asset implementation.
  • Hands-on experience with animation tools like Spine or After Effects.
  • 2+ years of experience in the games industry.
  • Mobile game development experience, with an understanding of platform-specific art requirements.

Please include a portfolio or PDF/links to examples of your work in the application. 

At Scopely, we create games for everyone - and want to ensure that the people behind our games reflect that!   We are committed to creating a diverse, supportive work environment where everyone is treated with respect. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us & embrace the adventure!
 
About Us
 
Scopely is a global interactive entertainment and mobile-first video game company, home to many top, award-winning experiences such as "MONOPOLY GO!," “Star Trek™ Fleet Command,” “Stumble Guys,” “MARVEL Strike Force,” and “Scrabble GO” among others.
 
Scopely creates, publishes, and live-operates immersive games that empower a directed-by-consumer™ experience across multiple platforms--from mobile, web, PC and beyond.
 
Founded in 2011, Scopely is fueled by a world-class team and a proprietary technology platform Playgami that supports one of the most diversified portfolios in the games industry.
 
Recognized multiple times as one of Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies,” Scopely is a multi-billion-dollar business due to its ability to create long-lasting game experiences that players enjoy for years.
 
Scopely has global operations in more than a dozen markets across Asia, EMEA, and North America, and is home to many internal game development teams, referred to as Scopely Studios, with additional game studio partners across four continents.
 
Scopely was acquired by Savvy Games Group in July 2023 for $4.9 billion, and is now an independent subsidiary of Savvy.
 
For more information on Scopely, visit: scopely.com.

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