Studio: Game Pill
Job Opening: 2D Game Artist/Animator
Location: Vaughan, Canada
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Work with the Art Director and other key stakeholders to create game-ready UI, illustrations and animations
- Create 2d animations including but not limited to character animations and cinematic cut-scenes
- Create hand painted 2d textures
- Create concept art
- Follow production pipeline, ensure art is created efficiently, and effectively integrated into products
- Follow style guides, and assist in their creation when needed
- Export and assemble images from art files within prescribed technical parameters and protocols
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience working in a variety of art styles
- Experience with 2D art tools such as: Photoshop
- Experience with animation tools such as: Flash, Toonboom, Spine2D
- A proven track record of art assets on projects that are complete
- Degree or diploma in animation, or equivalent years of experience
- Excellent 2D Art skills (i.e. Photoshop, Substance Painter, etc.)
- General mastery of a range of art assets including but not limited to: environments, objects, character assets and clothing, icons and UI elements
- Superb imagination and creativity
- Ability to match existing art styles & work in multiple different styles
- Organized, meticulous, and thorough working habits
- Good verbal communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
- Ability to pick up new technical skills and concepts quickly
- Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Experience with Unity is a bonus
