Middle 2D Artist

1 Hour ago • 3 Years + • 2D Art

Job Summary

Job Description

Stepico is seeking a Middle 2D Artist to contribute to a mobile merge-2 game set in a vibrant 1970s world. The role involves creating high-quality 2D assets (backgrounds, illustrations, minigames, isometric props) in a cartoon/casual style, working from concept to final asset. Responsibilities include designing and producing assets consistent with the game's vision, collaborating with designers, animators, and programmers, and documenting workflows. The game blends classic merge mechanics with story-driven exploration and mystery solving, focusing on a narrative involving an archaeologist and journalist. Experience with Spine animation and AI tools is required. The position is remote.
Must have:
  • 3+ years professional 2D art experience
  • Proficiency in Photoshop
  • Strong design principles understanding
  • Ability to work with various art styles
  • Spine animation knowledge
  • Strong portfolio
  • AI experience
  • Meet deadlines and quality standards
Good to have:
  • Intermediate English
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 3D editor experience
  • Full-cycle game development experience
  • Experience in city builder, farming, strategy, adventure genres
  • Character art experience
  • Team leadership experience

Job Details

You will be working on a mobile merge-2 game set in the vibrant and adventurous world of the 1970s, blending classic merge mechanics with story-driven exploration and mystery solving.

This is an adventurer’s paradise: dusty excavation sites, forgotten ruins, and lost artifacts waiting to be pieced together. But curious events are also unfolding in the present — cryptic clues, hidden agendas, and a trail of secrets stretching from forgotten civilizations to modern-day conspiracies. Join a passionate archaeologist and her sharp-witted journalist companion as they dive headfirst into the unknown, decoding the past to save the present — one merge at a time.

Requirements

  • 3 years of professional experience in the development of 2D art from concept art to a final asset;
  • Proficiency in Photoshop;
  • Strong understanding of design principles, color theory, perspective, and lighting;
  • Ability to work with different parts of the project (backgrounds and small illustrations, minigames, isometric props);
  • Ability to work in cartoon and casual art styles;
  • Knowledge of spine animation principles;
  • Strong portfolio;
  • Experience working with AI;
  • Ability to perform tasks in strictly defined terms.

Will Be A Plus

  • Intermediate English level and above;
  • Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or related field;
  • Experience with 3D editors (Blender, SketchUp, Z-brush, or similar);
  • Experience with art production for full-cycle game development;
  • Experience in working with such genres as city builder, farming, strategy, adventure;
  • Experience in character art;
  • Experience in leading a team is often preferred.

Personal Characteristics

  • Self-organization;
  • Responsibility and reliability;
  • Commitment to deadlines;
  • Ability to work in a team and take constructive feedback;
  • Attention to detail;
  • Desire for development.

Responsibilities

  • Design and produce high-quality 2D assets according to the guidelines;
  • Ensure that all assets meet the required quality and are consistent with the overall vision;
  • Work closely with game designers, animators, and programmers;
  • Document workflows and techniques for team reference.

How will you grow professionally with Stepico

You will:

  • Work both in-depth in one style and try yourself in different ones;
  • Work on various projects on various topics and develop oneself in the direction of generating ideas, and creativity, both within the same style and within the framework of different stylistics;
  • Receive constructive feedback and exchange experience with colleagues.

Our company values

  • Passion for games;
  • Creating innovative projects;
  • A policy of open communication;
  • Strong appreciation of your performance;
  • Competence development;
  • Comfort and well-being of our employees.

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About The Company

Stepico is an European game development company with 9+ years of expertise in the industry. We are known for our mobile, PC, and console gaming solutions using Unreal and Unity game engines. Our development services include both full-cycle game development, where we fully manage all aspects of your project, and coverage of individual phases of development, e.g., 2D/3D art production or live game operations.

⚡️ 9 years in the interactive entertainment industry
⚡️ 200+ Professionals and growing
⚡️ 65+ Titles we have worked on

We offer a full suite of Services.
🕹 Development:
• Custom Game Development
• Mobile Game Development
• Unity Game Programming
• Unreal Game Development
• Live Game Operation
• Blockchain Games & NFT
• Dedicated team

🎨 Art:
• Game art production
• 2D ART
• 3D ART
• Game animation

IF YOU:
Want to create your game project:
Send more details to hello@stepico.com

Are passionate about gaming: 
Apply your CV to work@stepico.com

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