Game Artist (Puzzle/Casual Games, UI-UX)

Top 3 reasons to join us

• MacBook Pro/Extra screens & Remote Work policy
• Premium health insurance package for you, relative
• Company Trip 4-5*, Yoga, Gym/Fitness/English club

Job description

KEY JOB DUTIES

Game artist (80%):

• Designing with the user experience in mind.
• Liaising between developer and game planner.
• Adhering to the production schedule.
• Research & keep updated with new art genres, themes, styles, and trends.
• Create & follow up Art Direction for games.
• Curating and cataloging the asset library of the team.
• Sketching concept designs and key elements of the visual style.
• Design game logo, banner, poster, store kit, and end card with various sizes.
• Design game concept, game screens with art assets, optimize size, and import into Unity.
• Brainstorm with the team and contribute ideas to development.

3d Modeling (20%):

• Working with Game Designer to plan a schedule.
• Be able to use Blender (or other 3d tools) to create simple models.
• Liaising with Dev teams on the scope of modeling import to unity.
• Be able to use Unity or be willing to learn to use Unity for 3d works
• Porting finished art to Unity, ensuring the final art runs to full visual resolution.
• Working within the limits of Unity, curating file sizes, and loading speeds.

Your skills and experience

KNOWLEDGE:

• Academic background in art, design, or equivalent programs.
• Possess a good understanding of design standards and visual hierarchy.
• Knowledge of visual language: texture, color theory, dimension, scale, perspective, shade, composition depth of field, proportion, spatial awareness, movement, lightning.
• Knowledge about art concepts and the environment.
• Knowledge of zoology, layout design, texturing, and asset creation.
• Solid knowledge of the principles of 3D models  is a big plus.
• A strong understanding of UX, specializing in mobile games is a plus.
• User experience-related certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of game genres and trends in gaming is a plus.

SKILL:

• Strong drawing skills, ability to visualize and design digital painting and illustration from abstract ideas.
• Proficiency in using design tools (Photoshop, Blender, 3d tools, etc...).
• Able to create simple models by using Blender or other tools.
• Able to set art styles for new games or keep up with existing projects.
• Able to work on all aspects of the game from the concepts, UI, VFX, icons, and logos, models to optimizing assets.
• Able to independently research and create quality solutions to problems. 
• Good at written & spoken English.
• 3+ years of experience in the mobile game industry.
• Experience in a 3d model is a big plus.
• Can use Unity to design animations & video effects is a big plus.
• The ability to create sound effects, conduct audio mixes, and design is a big plus.

ABILITIES:

• Good artistic eyes and pay attention to detail.
• Possess the spirit of pioneer, creative and unique thinking.
• Ability to take on constructive criticism and deliver amendments based on feedback.
• Used to working under pressure and consistently meeting deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with other team members (strong communication skills).
• Willing to share ideas and knowledge.
• Grow mindset: Can-do attitude, learning spirit, persist in the face of setbacks.
• Ability to adapt to various art genres, themes, and styles.
• Organizational and analytical ability, and problem-solving skills.
• A strong interest in Hyper Casual, Casual games art is a plus.
• A love of playing mobile games and sensitivity to the user experience is a plus.
• Strong Emotional Intelligence is a big plus.

Why you'll love working here

• Great facility to work. You will have a MacBook and extra high-definition screens
• Premium health insurance package and annual medical check-up
• Sponsorship for training courses
• Interesting activities: gym/fitness club at work, English club, corporate social responsibility events...
• Attractive signing bonus for important positions
• With regular discussions with the CEO, founders, and executives of the company, you will have a lot of opportunities to learn from experts in their fields
• Annual bonus and project bonus
• International opportunity to expose and grow
• At least one abroad travels every year. We often send our elites to international conferences like GDC, WWDC, Google I/O... to update the latest technology
• Full labor insurance (social, health, unemployed)
• Annual leave 12 days / sick leave 2 days / remote work 12 days
• Free food & drinks, kitchen at work, PlayStation after work
• Friday evening party, happy hour, team activities, and awesome parties…