Game Artist

Playtech; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Playtech Origins Studio in the United States seeks a skilled 2D game artist/animator to create engaging visuals for table games. You will translate briefs into art, build moodboards, and produce production-ready PSDs, with Spine-based animation and After Effects for previews.

Ideal candidates have a strong portfolio, 3–5 years of experience, and proficiency in Photoshop, Spine, and AE. Collaboration with a cross-functional team and ability to handle multiple projects are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience in 2D game art, animation, or a similar role, preferably in iGaming.
• Strong portfolio showing polished 2D artwork, graphic design, concept development, and animation.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop for production-ready PSD files.
• Solid experience with Spine, including rigging, animation, export, and implementation workflows.
• Experience with After Effects and relevant plugins.
• Understanding of animation timing, weight, rhythm, and visual clarity.
• Strong art fundamentals: composition, color, lighting, perspective, and visual hierarchy.
• Graphic-design experience with logos, branding, typography, icons, and marketing materials.
• Knowledge of game-asset creation, export, optimization, and technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end creation of table games.
• Translate briefs, game mechanics, and brand guidelines into engaging visuals.
• Create moodboards, sketches, style frames, logos, backgrounds, characters, and UI elements.
• Produce high-quality artwork in diverse styles from realistic to cartoon.
• Deliver clean, organized production-ready PSD files.
• Use Spine to animate characters, symbols, and game elements and export assets for development.
• Create game previews, motion mock-ups, and promotional banners in After Effects.
• Optimize artwork and animations for technical and platform requirements.
• Collaborate with Lead Artist, Game Producer, designers, and developers; review implementations and iterate.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines and quality standards.

Skills

2D game art

Animation

Portfolio

Adobe Photoshop

Spine

After Effects

Visual storytelling

Art direction

Attention to detail

Tools

Spine

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Your influential mission. You will...

• Own the end-to-end creation of table games.


• Translate creative briefs, game mechanics, and brand guidelines into engaging game visuals.


• Create moodboards, sketches, style frames, logos, backgrounds, characters, game objects, UI elements, typography, and visual effects.


• Produce high-quality artwork in different styles, from realistic to stylized and cartoon.


• Deliver clean, organized, and production-ready PSD files.


• Use Spine to animate characters, symbols and game elements, effects, transitions, etc.


• Export and package Spine assets for implementation by the development team.


• Create game previews, motion mock-ups, promotional clips, and animated banners in After Effects.


• Optimize artwork and animations according to technical and platform requirements.


• Work closely with the Lead Artist, Game Producer, designers, developers, and other stakeholders.


• Review implemented assets, resolve visual or technical issues, and incorporate feedback.


• Manage multiple assignments while meeting project deadlines and quality standards.

Components for success. You...

• Have 3 to 5 years of professional experience in 2D game art, animation, or a similar role, preferably in iGaming industry.


• Have a strong portfolio showing polished 2D artwork, graphic design, concept development, and animation.


• Possess advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop in order to prodice structured, production-ready PSD files.


• Have strong working knowledge of Spine, including rigging, animation, export, and implementation workflows.


• Have experience with Adobe After Effects and relevant plugins.


• Understand animation principles such as timing, anticipation, weight, rhythm, and visual clarity.


• Have strong art fundamentals, including composition, color, lighting, perspective, and visual hierarchy.


• Have graphic-design experience with logos, branding, typography, icons, and marketing materials.


• Understand game-asset creation, export, optimization, and technical requirements.


• Can work in different visual styles while maintaining consistency across a complete game.


• Have strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Can give and receive constructive feedback and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.


• Can multitask, prioritize assignments, and adapt to changing project requirements.

You’ll get extra points for...

• Experience in the iGaming or online casino industry.


• Experience creating table games, instant games, or crash games.


• Experience working with licensed brands and detailed brand guidelines.


• A background in illustration, traditional art, character design, or hand-drawn animation.


• Experience creating marketing videos, promotional clips, or animated banners.


• Familiarity with AI-assisted art tools and Jira.


• Understanding of game design, development workflows, and technical-art considerations.

Thrive in a culture that values...

• Employee wellbeing, stability, and work-life balance.


• A positive, professional, and supportive team environment.


• Open communication, collaboration, and constructive feedback.


• Personal and professional growth.


• Initiative, accountability, and a strong sense of belonging.

PLAYTECH ORIGINS STUDIO

Playtech Origins Studio creates innovative and engaging digital gaming experiences. Our international team combines creative and technical expertise in a professional, supportive environment that encourages collaboration and career development.

Playtech is an equal opportunities employer. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.