Sr. Art Designer

Job Description

A large gaming client is seeking a Senior Art Designer to research, design, and develop high-quality illustrations, animations, user interfaces, and visual assets for casino slot games. This individual will play a key role in bringing game concepts to life through the creation of game themes, characters, symbols, effects, and interactive experiences. The Senior Art Designer will collaborate closely with Game Designers, Software Engineers, and fellow artists to deliver engaging, player-focused content while meeting production timelines. The ideal candidate combines strong artistic ability with extensive gaming industry experience, a deep understanding of slot game development, and hands-on experience utilizing Unity to implement and optimize game assets.

Requirements

8–11 years of art development experience within the gaming industryAt least 4–5 years of experience developing artwork specifically for casino slot gamesPortfolio demonstrating strong illustration, animation, UI design, and game art capabilities1–3 years of experience working with UnityStrong expertise in illustration, animation, and slot game art standardsExperience creating game themes, characters, symbols, visual effects, and UI assetsAbility to create and prepare 2D and/or 3D artwork for final game integrationAdvanced proficiency with Adobe PhotoshopExperience collaborating cross-functionally with Designers, Engineers, and Product teamsStrong communication skills across all levels of the businessAbility to mentor and support other artistsAbility to obtain and maintain required gaming licensure

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree in Computer Art, Animation, Graphic Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience)Experience with After Effects, Illustrator, Adobe Animate, Maya, or similar creative toolsExperience contributing to or improving art production pipelines and workflowsKnowledge of casino gaming trends and player engagement strategiesPrevious experience mentoring junior artists or leading creative initiativesExperience conducting market, player, or competitive research to inform game developmentExperience shipping commercially released casino games or other gaming products