2D Concept Artist - UAE Based

PixelChain; Dubai; On-site; AED 110,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative gaming startup in Dubai is seeking a talented 2D Concept Artist to create high-quality concept art for characters and environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio, a minimum of 3 years experience in the gaming industry, and proficiency with digital art tools. This role offers a competitive tax-free salary package, health coverage, and a multicultural team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Visa & health coverage

Multicultural work environment

Annual travel support

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Concept Artist in gaming or entertainment.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of concept work including characters and environments.
• Solid understanding of composition, color theory, and lighting.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, and props.
• Collaborate with art teams to align concepts with creative direction.
• Support additional art-related tasks assigned by the team lead.

Skills

English communication

Concept Art

Digital art tools

Visual storytelling

Adaptability to artistic styles

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

Figma

Wacom tablets

Job description

Our client is a fast-growing and innovative startup operating at the intersection of gaming and blockchain technologies, headquartered in Dubai.

They are seeking a talented and imaginative 2D Concept Artist to join creative team. In this role, you will be responsible for visualizing concepts, designing distinctive characters, environments, and props that bring game worlds to life. Your work will help establish the artistic direction and support production teams in achieving a cohesive and unique visual identity.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a variety of projects, collaborate with an experienced art team, and build immersive worlds from concept to realization.

What You’ll Do:

• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and related visual elements.
• Explore and define visual styles ranging from realistic to stylized, depending on project requirements.
• Collaborate with art and design teams to align concepts with creative direction and gameplay goals.
• Provide clear, detailed concept reference materials for 2D and 3D production teams.
• Contribute original ideas that enhance the visual identity and creative depth of the project.
• Support additional art-related tasks as assigned by the team lead or project manager.

What We’re Looking For:

• Able to communicate in English.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Concept Artist within the gaming or entertainment industry.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of concept work including characters, environments, and visual assets.
• Proficiency with digital art tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and Wacom tablets.
• Solid understanding of composition, color theory, lighting, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to adapt to various artistic styles and project directions.
• Familiarity with international gaming projects or online entertainment platforms is an advantage.

Benefits:

• Salary: Competitive, tax-free package of up to 40K USD/Year.
• Visa & Health Coverage: One-year employment visa and comprehensive health insurance provided in line with UAE labor regulations.
• Multicultural Environment: Join a diverse international team with professionals representing over 15 nationalities.
• Travel Support: Annual round-trip flight to your home country provided.

Recruitment Process:

1. HR Interview
2. Technical Interview
3. Background Check
4. Offer