Lead Artist (Concept Artist / Illustrator)

ExecSearch; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronic game development firm operating across Asia is seeking a skilled Game Artist. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality 2D and 3D assets for games, assisting in art direction, and maintaining industry standards. Applicants should have a strong background in digital art, a relevant degree, and an impressive portfolio showcasing their work. This role includes creating diverse art assets for casino slot games and requires proficiency in UNITY and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in game art creation.
• Art portfolio is required.
• Experience in game studios or online gaming industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the proposal, design, and delivery of 2D and/or 3D assets and animations for games.
• Assist in decision-making regarding art themes and directions for each game.
• Maintain industry-standard quality for assigned tasks.

Skills

Proficiency in UNITY

Digital painting using Adobe Photoshop

Strong problem-solving skills

Creative ideas

Strong aesthetic sense

Illustration skills

Ability to produce diverse assets

Education

Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate in digital art, traditional art, animation, VFX, or related fields

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Z-brush

Adobe After Effects

Spine2D

Cinema 4D

Job description

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the proposal, design, and delivery of 2D and/or 3D assets and animations for games.
2. Assist in decision-making regarding art themes and directions for each game.
3. Maintain industry-standard quality and standards for assigned tasks.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate in digital art, traditional art, animation, VFX, or related fields.
2. 2 to 3 years of experience in game art creation.
3. Proficiency in UNITY game art development is essential.
4. Experience in game studios, slot gaming, or online gaming industry is advantageous.
5. Proficient in digital painting using Adobe Photoshop.
6. Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Z-brush is a plus.
7. Knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Spine2D, and 3D packages like Cinema 4D is beneficial.
8. Strong aesthetic sense, creative ideas, and illustration skills.
9. Ability to produce diverse assets including characters, backgrounds, UI, and items for casino slot games.
10. Strong problem-solving skills and innovative approaches to streamline development.
11. Ability to perform under pressure and deliver work on time.
12. An art portfolio is required.

Company Background:

The company is a service provider and electronic game development firm operating across Asia.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online with their resume and art portfolio. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.