Associate Commissioning Art Director - D&D

Socket.dev; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Time Off to Recharge

Financial Well‑being

Life & Family Support

Volunteer and Community Initiatives

Learning & Development

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Hasbro, in collaboration with Wizards of the Coast, seeks a curious Art Director to commission artwork and manage relationships with freelance illustrators. You will mentor under Lead Art Directors while sourcing fantasy artwork that aligns with brand standards and publishing schedules.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain a cohesive creative vision and deliver art that resonates with fans and supports product launches across print and digital platforms.

Qualifications

• 1+ year commercial art experience.
• Portfolio demonstrating creative vision with a cinematic lens.
• Strong communication skills and ability to give/receive feedback.
• High attention to detail and organization.
• Knowledge of fantasy illustration and modern print/press techniques.
• Comfortable using Adobe Photoshop; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Commission a high volume of artwork by identifying freelance illustrators and providing ongoing art direction.
• Develop art direction skills through mentorship from Lead Art Directors and apply feedback.
• Source artwork that supports Dungeons & Dragons publishing schedules and brand standards.
• Collaborate with Art Directors and cross-functional partners, communicating needs and project updates clearly.

Skills

Commercial art

Portfolio (cinematic)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Fantasy illustration knowledge

Adobe Photoshop

MS Office

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)

Job description

We take play seriously. We're looking for curious adventurers ready to find their party, fueled by imagination and drive to build what's never been built before. At Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast, you'll collaborate with passionate teams to reimagine our iconic brands and create experiences that spark joy, connection, and community through the magic of play. This is your chance to shape legendary play that lasts a lifetime.

What You'll Do:

• Commission a high volume of artwork by identifying freelance illustrators, providing ongoing art direction, maintaining strong partner relationships, and delivering regular status updates to the Lead Art Director.
• Develop art direction skills through hands‑on mentorship from Lead Art Directors, actively seeking and applying feedback while building confidence, creative judgment, and ownership.
• Apply foundational knowledge of artistic principles, with guidance and mentorship from Lead Art Directors, to source artwork that supports Dungeons & Dragons publishing schedules and brand standards.
• Collaborate closely with fellow Art Directors and cross-functional project partners, communicating content needs and project updates clearly while ensuring artwork remains aligned with the creative vision established by Lead Art Directors.

What You’ll Bring:

• 1+ yr commercial art experience.
• A portfolio demonstrating creative vision with a cinematic lens.
• Strong communication skills and capable of giving and receiving feedback.
• High attention to detail and organization skills
• Knowledge of current fantasy illustration and modern print/press techniques and processes. Have an interest in discovering diverse, emerging artists
• Comfortable using Adobe Photoshop, proficient MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook).

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with accessibility standards in publishing or interactive storytelling.
• Knowledge of D&D's tone, audience, and content structure, or similar genre entertainment brands.
• Comfortable working across print, digital, and marketing platforms as needed.
• Love for entertainment, other TTRPG brands, and exploring new avenues in traditional graphic design practices.

The pay transparency range for this role is listed below. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location and market conditions. Additionally, employees may be eligible for annual and long‑term incentives as part of their overall compensation package.

Pay Range

$80,200 - $100,700 USD

Employees may be eligible for annual and long‑term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility. Benefits and programs may include:

• Health & Wellness
• Time Off to Recharge
• Financial Well‑being
• Life & Family Support
• Volunteer and Community Initiatives
• Learning & Development
• Exclusive Perks

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