Senior Graphic Designer

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar Games is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to join our team at our London headquarters. This is an opportunity to work and evolve the brand of one of the biggest names in entertainment. The ideal candidate will have a stellar portfolio that shows extensive experience working with interesting, contemporary, design-led and/or entertainment-based brands across a broad range of creative types.  A passion for all things design, with an exceptional eye for detail, and dedication to the creative process from ideation to execution are essential.

Projects will cover a wide range from designing iconic key art and logos, to working on brand-led clothing, art, and merchandise. Working within the marketing team, you will deliver dynamic, thoughtful, and innovative creative and will collaborate with multiple teams across projects to deliver cohesive, holistic, creative solutions. We take great pride in our iconic brand and IPs, and our work reflects the high visual and experience standards set throughout the company.

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Rockstar’s unique game development studio in the heart of London. 

While this position is based in our London studio, you will be working within a creative team based in New York City, so the ability to work with some autonomy and pro-actively will be essential for success.

WHAT WE DO

• The Marketing creative team works closely with our publishing department to deliver engaging, creative solutions to support some of the biggest, and most innovative entertainment properties in the world.
• The creative team is responsible for work in a wide range of mediums, including print, physical, experiential, and digital. Projects will often include, key art design, merchandise, 360 advertising campaigns, digital and everything in between.
• Outside of the IPs, the creative team is also responsible for a variety of creative to support and enhance the brand and to help reinforce the brand’s identity and image.
• We support our employees with a culture of career development, safety, and inclusion.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work collaboratively with a team of NYC based in-house designers, illustrators, and animators to develop creative materials from concept to final artwork.
• Ensure high-quality design concepts and execute creative materials as required.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to effectively manage our creative projects and enhance department productivity.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously to realize the organization's creative marketing goals.
• Deliver all phases of production from concept to completion (e.g. mockups, hi-fidelity comps, production-ready assets and guidelines for usage).

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10 years Graphic Design experience.
• Extensive experience working with contemporary brands, ideally in entertainment and/ or other appropriate lifestyle design led brands.
• Mastery of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and typography.
• A passion for conceptual ideation and design execution.
• A working knowledge and understanding of the digital, print and production processes.
• A strong interest and passion for art, design, games, music, film, and contemporary culture in general is essential.
• Desire and ability to provide mentorship and constructive feedback to other designers.

SKILLS

• Highly conceptual, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively.
• Ability to be proactive, to identify new creative ways to help support the brand and the games.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as a part of a larger team.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at the same time.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• 3D skills are a plus, but not essential.
• Knowledge of visual digital spaces, UI/UX, and how to leverage social media platforms.
• Experience working with entertainment properties or appropriate lifestyle brands.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• All applications must be accompanied by a portfolio in order to be considered.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume, portfolio and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.                                   

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.