Jobs in Devon, Canada

WHAT IMPACT CAN A DIGITAL ARTIST HAVE AT ESG:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Digital Artist to join our growth team. As a Digital Artist, you will play a pivotal role in leading the creative development and execution of visual assets for user acquisition campaigns. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including performance marketers, game designers, and product managers, to create captivating and impactful creatives that drive user acquisition and engagement. Your expertise in digital art and mobile game design will be instrumental in elevating our creative strategies and driving the growth of our mobile games.

WHAT YOU MIGHT DO IN YOUR DAY TO DAY:

• Lead the creative development and execution of visually stunning and compelling digital artwork for user acquisition campaigns and ASO, including app icons, screenshots, banners, videos, and other marketing assets.
• Collaborate with the growth team to define creative strategies and concepts that align with marketing objectives, target audience preferences, and industry best practices.
• Leverage your expertise in digital art and mobile game design to create visually appealing and engaging designs that effectively communicate the unique selling points and core features of our mobile games.
• Stay abreast of the latest industry trends, design techniques, and user acquisition strategies to continuously innovate and improve the effectiveness of our creative campaigns.
• Work closely with performance marketers to analyze campaign performance data and iterate on creatives to optimize key metrics such as click-through rates (CTR), conversion rates (CR), and return on ad spend (ROAS).
• Conduct A/B testing and analyze performance metrics to gain insights into the effectiveness of different creatives, identify trends, and drive data-informed design decisions.
• Collaborate with game designers and developers to ensure visual consistency between marketing creatives and the in-game experience, maintaining a cohesive and immersive user journey.
• Establish and maintain creative standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality across all creative assets produced by the team.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, design tools, and industry advancements, and explore their potential application to enhance our creative capabilities and drive growth.
• Where applicable, mentor and guide a team of junior digital artists, providing feedback, support, and guidance to ensure the delivery of high-quality creative assets.

WHAT YOU BRING TO ESG:

• Proven experience as a Digital Artist, Graphic Designer, or similar role in the mobile gaming or advertising industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing your creative skills and experience in designing impactful visuals for user acquisition campaigns.
• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, AE, Premiere Pro, or equivalent tools.
• Solid understanding of user acquisition strategies, performance marketing metrics, and best practices in the mobile gaming industry.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven creative decisions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership abilities with a passion for mentoring and developing team members.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, handling multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Compensation Range: $70K-$80K CAD per annum. Salary is determined by experience, skills, and capabilities.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO WORK AT ESG?

Established in 2011, East Side Games started as an indie game studio in east Vancouver. Today, we’re part of East Side Games Group (TSX: EAGR), and we’re a game developer, publisher, and technology provider. We enable creators to successfully deliver memorable mobile gaming experiences that players engage with every day. Through our proven tech kits and beloved brand partnerships, our games empower passionate fan bases to explore their favourite content in a fun, convenient medium, available in the palm of their hands.

The best part is, we’re fans first, which makes this adventure extra special. Our games and our team have the same goal; to be inclusive and for everyone. We get things done and our team is hands on to step in, listen, and support, regardless of rank. We're remote-first, with monthly Townhalls, Friday Cheers, and Learning Labs to bring everyone together as a team. Have we piqued your curiosity? Then check out our Core Values and Benefits on our website! We note that our culture is not a monolith and is ever-changing based on the folks that make up our team here at ESG.

WE’RE BUILT ON THE FOUNDATIONS OF DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

East Side Games is an equitable employer that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage people of marginalized backgrounds, particularly QTBIPOC folks, to apply, and will acknowledge and value the strengths you bring to foster yours and the studio's growth.

Join our growth team as a Digital Artist and leverage your expertise in digital art and mobile game design to drive the creative success of our user acquisition campaigns. Showcase your leadership skills, creativity, and passion for mobile games by clicking the "Apply" button and send us your resume with your exceptional portfolio.

Due to a small, but completely awesome recruitment team, only those candidates that qualify will be contacted. Thanks for your interest in ESG and we wish you the best of success in your job search!