Senior Associate Game Illustrator

lnw; Pune District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Light & Wonder in Pune invites a creative Associate Illustrator to join our game art team. You will craft illustrations for slot symbols, backgrounds, and UI elements, collaborating with senior artists to deliver production-ready assets.

The ideal candidate has strong art fundamentals, a keen eye for detail, and 1-3 years of illustration or game art experience. A fast-paced environment and growth toward independent contribution await.

Qualifications

• Strong drawing and visual communication fundamentals.
• Portfolio demonstrating illustration skills.
• 1–3 years of experience in illustration or game art.

Responsibilities

• Create illustrations for slot symbols, game assets, backgrounds, and UI elements.
• Support senior artists in asset creation and content production.
• Follow established art styles, guidelines, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with designers, developers, and producers.
• Prepare artwork for production and game implementation.
• Iterate artwork based on feedback and timelines.
• Grow toward independent contribution and game art pipelines.

Skills

Art fundamentals

Portfolio demonstrated

Team collaboration

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

iGaming: If it's iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, It's all about the games, and our digital team leads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world's most successful online gaming providers.

Position Summary

About Company

Light & Wonder is a global leader in game experiences. We create content, hardware and systems that connect iconic titles across any place or channel. By turning games into expansive entertainment, we keep thrilling players with characters and stories they can't get enough of.

Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary business segments, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,500+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more visit www.lnw.com .

We are committed to offering very competitive benefits that are aligned with our values and inspire employees to drive innovation and contribute to the organization's performance. Employees are the most valued resource, and we always look to improve their well-being with a wide range of benefits befitting every individual. Not limited to monetary benefits, we have robust learning and development opportunities that help them to grow professionally.

Our Values

• Dare to be bold: We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.
• Celebrate perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways
• Never settle: We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.
• Uphold integrity: We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.
• Win as a team: We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.

Associate Game Illustrator

Job Location: Commerzone IT Tech Park, Yerwada - Pune.

Required Experience: 1 - 3 Years

Role Overview We are looking for a creative and passionate Associate Illustrator to join our game art team. This role focuses on creating engaging illustrations for slot games while developing artistic and technical skills through collaboration with experienced team members. The ideal candidate should possess strong art fundamentals, a keen eye for detail, and a willingness to learn and grow within a fast-paced game development environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create illustrations for slot symbols, game assets, backgrounds, and UI elements.
• Support senior artists in asset creation and content production.
• Follow established art styles, guidelines, and quality standards.
• Participate in creative discussions and brainstorming sessions.
• Prepare artwork for production and game implementation.
• Collaborate closely with artists, designers, developers, and producers.
• Incorporate feedback efficiently and iterate artwork as required.
• Growth towards becoming an independent contributor.
• Building knowledge of game art pipelines and production processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Good understanding of drawing, design, and visual communication principles.
• Knowledge of composition, color theory, lighting, and basic anatomy.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator or equivalent software.
• Ability to create clean, visually appealing artwork.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience 1-3 years of experience in illustration, game art, or related fields.
• Portfolio demonstrating illustration skills and artistic fundamentals .

Good to Have

• Exposure game development or iGaming projects.
• Understanding digital painting and asset creation workflows.
• Basic knowledge of UI design.
• Familiarity with game art production pipelines.
• Exposure AI-assisted creative workflows and tools.

What We Are Looking For

• Passion for illustration and game development.
• Strong learning mindset and eagerness to improve skills.
• Ability to take feedback positively and apply it effectively.
• Good artistic fundamentals and visual sensibility.
• Positive attitude and collaborative approach to work.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced production environment.
• Desire to grow into a Core Illustrator role.

Mode Of Interview

1. (Participation in at least 1 face-to-face discussion is mandatory)
2. First Technical Interview
3. Offline Assessment
4. Second Technical Interview
5. Director Interview (In Person)
6. HR Discussion