Game Art Lead

ARRISE

4d • Remote

About The Position

ARRISE is building a brand-new, US-based, fully remote game studio focused on developing new slot games. We are seeking an experienced Game Art Lead to bring unique game themes to life and contribute to their success. In this hands-on role, you will collaborate with a small, multidisciplinary team to lead the visual creative development of new games from inception, with a strong emphasis on creating standout themes that become blockbuster hits.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in an art ownership capacity defining the visual approach for real-money slot games for iGaming or land-based markets.
• Degree in Art, Graphic Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong expertise with Adobe software, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Strong command of typography, color, composition, layout, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of art styles, even if they are not your personal design style or preference.
• Excellent visual and written communication skills, especially the ability to clearly communicate complex and creative concepts to stakeholders across the globe.
• Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging game mechanics, and player expectations.
• Ability to move comfortably between strategic and detailed levels.
• Strong organization and structure to a fast-moving environment.
• Extremely creative, designing experiences that are intuitive and fun.
• Obsess over detail and refinement.
• Provide, accept, and act on feedback constructively.

Responsibilities

• Own the game’s visual creative development from start to finish.
• Take a hands-on approach to conceptual development, providing concept art, mockups, and visual prototypes.
• Execute concepts with a dedicated offshore art team, creating assets yourself and coordinating with the team to deliver assets for development.
• Work closely with the Game Designer and mathematicians to ensure that the game’s visuals meet the established vision for the game and reinforce play style and game mechanics.
• Playtest and iterate on the game’s visual presentation with an eye toward creating the best player experience possible.
• Provide quality control over game art assets and their implementation.
• Collaborate with other Game Art Leads to provide feedback and recommendations for improvement on each other’s games.
• Regularly play competitors’ games in the iGaming and land-based spaces to stay abreast of industry trends and new mechanics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree