Principal Game Artist - Farm Heroes Saga

Farm Heroes Saga is one of King’s beloved casual games titles with over 4 million daily players. We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Game Artist with a real passion for making games to join our team based in Stockholm, Berlin, London or Barcelona.  

The primary focus of the Game Artist will be to create engaging, highly polished 2D characters and environments to enhance our player's experience. With a deep understanding of art principles, composition and storytelling, you utilise your understanding of player-centric game design to bring fresh insights and innovations to our game's universe and characters.  

Collaboration with other crafts is a fundamental part of your role. You will also play a key role in mentoring individuals in the Art craft, and potentially take on line-management responsibilities. 

If you’re an experienced game artist with a proactive interest in many parts of game art production, as well as a passion for creating amazing mobile game experiences for established and new King players, then we want to talk to you. 

Principal Artist for Farm Heroes Saga: A Blend of Creativity and Art Leadership 

Crafting Magical Experiences: 

• Possess an unyielding passion for games, with a talent for creating engaging, player-focused interactive experiences. 

• Excel in generating visually stunning 2D art assets that not only match but elevate the game's beloved art style. 

• Skilled in a range of art content-creation for in-game use, utilizing top industry techniques and workflows. 

Technical Prowess: 

• Proficient in leading industry software, especially Adobe Suite (Photoshop, etc.), for top-tier 2D content creation. 

• Well-versed in the tools of the trade, including game development engines, with a solid grasp of the gaming world’s technical side. 

• Experienced in navigating technical constraints, focusing on optimization and efficient in-game art implementation. 

Innovative and Versatile: 

• A problem-solver at heart, bringing creativity and dedication to overcome design challenges, big and small. 

• Known for adding a touch of fun to every project, transforming routine tasks into exciting artistic endeavors. 

• Strong communicator, able to articulate ideas clearly and collaborate effectively, fostering a positive team environment. 

Organizational and Leadership Skills: 

• Highly organized with excellent planning capabilities, capable of managing projects independently. 

• An innovator always looking beyond the task at hand, eager to take on new responsibilities and challenge the status quo. 

• We’re looking for a Principal Artist who's not just about creating art but leading the way in how art shapes our game. 

A portfolio demonstrating all aspects of your skill is required.