About this role
Playwing is looking for a talented Game Artist to join our brand new studio in Montreal, Canada.
Our small, experienced team is committed to building fresh, high-quality mobile games. We strongly believe in putting the fun front and center, and polishing every aspect of the player experience. That’s why you will work closely with designers and programmers to produce virtual worlds and characters that are not only beautiful but also gameplay-oriented.
This is a unique opportunity to take part of an exciting adventure from the beginning. If you’re passionate about crafting kick-ass games for millions of players, you’re in the right place. Join us in our quest to create top-notch games on mobile platforms!
We are looking for someone who will:
Create assets from concept art inspiration and photo referencesThrive creatively within gameplay and technical constraintsIntegrate assets in the engineCollaborate with designers and programmers to improve the look & feel of the game and refine the production pipeline when neededStrive to deliver the best game experience through constructive criticism and iteration The ideal person for the job has:
Minimum of 2 years’ experience producing art for gamesProficiency in industry-standard asset creation tools and engines: 3DS Max, Photoshop, Unity3D, etc.Ability to perfectly combine form with function, with a strong grasp of shape, structure and silhouetteExpert eye for light, shade and color in texture creationGood understanding of mobile constraintsBasic gameplay knowledgeGreat communication and organisation skills
Bonus points for experience with:
Producing beautiful yet functional User InterfaceAnimating 2D charactersWorking across various visual stylesLow-poly modeling
And this is what we offer for being part of this amazing family!
4 weeks’ vacation5 mobile days (if not taken, it will be paid at the end of the year)Full package insuranceFlexible hoursMany activities paid by the employerNo dress codeGreat and open-minded cultureStart-up company with many opportunitiesYou will work on big projects and with people who has many years of experience and amazing talentNew and renovated officeAnd you can also play videos games!! A great way to relax and having fun while working!