We are seeking a skilled 2D Art Generalist to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating design requirements into high-quality concept art, supporting the artistic vision, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams. Key responsibilities include developing character and environment concepts, creating photorealistic and stylized textures, and producing high-quality 2D assets to support the 3D department.

Game Project: Join our talented team to work on 3D simulation mobile game!

Report to: Lead 2D Artist

Hiring Level: Experienced

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Vancouver 5 East 8th Ave.;

Work location: At Office

Employment Terms:

Less than 1 year of relevant experience: Initial 3-month contract​

1-3 years of relevant experience: Initial 1-year contract​

More than 3 years of relevant experience: Permanent position​

Note: Contract durations are subject to individual assessment and may vary based on specific qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create character and environment concepts aligned with the project's artistic direction.
• Develop organic and hard surface textures to achieve desired visual aesthetics for characters, props, and environments.
• Produce high-quality rendered 2D assets for use in 3D department projections.
• Generate mood paintings, animation designs, and prop concepts.
• Rapidly sketch and produce digital illustrations to visualize initial project ideas.
• Enhance existing illustrations with screenshot paint-overs and retakes to refine project direction.
• Communicate visual concepts effectively within the team.
• Iterate on concepts to ensure alignment with the artistic vision.
• Develop detailed sketches from selected concepts.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in digital art tools such as Photoshop, Painter, or equivalent.
• Ability to iterate quickly on concepts with input from the Team Lead.
• Openness to receiving and providing constructive criticism.
• Strong understanding of mood, lighting, form, shape, and composition in conveying artistic intent.
• Keen eye for environmental design, including light, value, color, staging, and detail.
• Ability to translate ideas from concept to real-time game content.
• Solid foundation in traditional art, encompassing figure drawing, landscape painting, and illustration.
• Self-motivated, effective communicator, and enthusiastic team player.
• Willingness to share knowledge and support team growth.
• Familiarity with AI tools such as MidJourney and Stable Diffusion is considered an asset.