2D Character Art Lead (World of Warships Franchise)

JOB OVERVIEW Wargaming Belgrade invites a 2D Character Art Lead to join the team of World of Warships projects in our Serbian office. We are looking for a highly skilled and passionate professional who will be responsible for delivering high-quality character art in line with the artistic vision defined by Art Directors.  In this role, you will act as a key expert in character art, influencing visual quality across the team, supporting artists with feedback, and ensuring consistency of delivered assets. While production processes and task management are handled by the team Supervisor, you will play a critical role in reviewing, guiding, and approving character art from both in-house and outsource teams.  The 2D Art Team for World of Warships Franchise creates visual assets for in-game, marketing, and corporate use. This is a great opportunity to shape the quality bar of character art, collaborate with a strong team, and elevate the overall visual level of the product. Below you can see several of our characters. For more examples, please refer to the pages of our projects: World of Warships, World of Warships: Legends site, and World of Warships Blitz. REPORTS TO 2D Art Manager  WHAT WILL YOU DO? * Create high-quality character art (portraits and concepts) in realistic and semi-realistic styles  * Own the overall quality of 2D character art across the product  * Review and approve character art from in-house and outsource teams  * Provide clear, actionable feedback to artists and influence team output  * Develop and maintain character art guidelines and quality standards  * Collaborate closely with Art Directors to ensure alignment with the artistic vision  * Work alongside the Supervisor, contributing through art expertise (quality evaluation and feedback)  * Support and mentor team members, helping to grow their artistic level  WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? * 3+ years of relevant experience, and at least 1 year of experience giving feedback, mentoring or leading * Strong and relevant portfolio in character art with examples of work in realistic and semi‑realistic styles  * Excellent drawing skills in Adobe Photoshop  * Deep understanding of human anatomy and art fundamentals (values, proportions, composition, lighting, color, perspective)  * Proven ability to maintain and guide art style consistency  * Experience in providing constructive feedback and art review  * Genuine passion for character art and a strong desire to develop it further  * Strong communication and collaboration skills  * Intermediate English (B2) or higher  WHAT ADDITIONAL SKILLS WILL HELP YOU STAND OUT? * Experience working with outsource teams  * Knowledge of matte painting techniques  * Experience with 3D tools (ZBrush, Maya, Blender)  * Practical knowledge and application of AI tools in art production  WORK MODE * Please note that this role requires relocation to Belgrade. The team will provide support with both the relocation process and obtaining a Serbian work visa * During the probation period: onsite  * After the probation period: onsite or hybrid (3 days per week in Belgrade office) WHAT WOULD WE LIKE TO SEE IN YOUR PORTFOLIO? * We would like to see a portfolio with a strong focus on Character Art, including character illustrations, character designs, and portraits. We are particularly interested in examples of realistic artwork featuring highly detailed characters BENEFITS Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include: * Additional vacation days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 5 days on top of the statutory minimum * Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave) * Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits   * Premium Private Health Insurance * Career development and education opportunities within the company * English clubs and platform for learning languages * Mental well-being program (iFeel) * Commuting allowance * Company events * FitPass membership * Discounts for employees * Personal Gaming Account * Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office * On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks * Seniority Awards * Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV IN ENGLISH TO ENSURE SMOOTH PROCESSING AND REVIEW. ABOUT WARGAMING  Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz. Please see Wargaming Candidate Privacy Policy for details on how Wargaming uses your personal data.

Do you want to be part of creating fantastic, unique and entertaining iGaming experiences in a competitive global market? We are looking for a creative Game Artist with strong foundational skills in traditional art and visual design, and with a strong passion for bringing life, entertainment and excitement to our growing games portfolio.ELK is a leading developer in the iGaming industry, known for our innovative, visually stunning, and critically acclaimed game titles and IPs. We push the boundaries of gameplay and visual fidelity, setting new standards in the iGaming world.   About the role We take great pride in creating and offering our players a wide range of different art styles and themes in our games. As a Game Artist, you’ll take on the exciting challenge of transforming early concept art into pixel-perfect final assets, while also crafting original concepts and artwork from the ground up. You will be part of the whole process from concept within pre-production, where you define the look and feel of our games by creating captivating and unique concepts. You will help shape the narrative that will inspire and guide the team throughout the production process, and also finalize the polished assets to be delivered in the final product.   A typical work week as a Game Artist can consist of: Concept creation: Create concepts for art elements; backgrounds, symbols, environments, character, props, framing etc,  Asset Creation: Craft a diverse array of high-quality 2D game assets, UI element designs and, polished headlines (typography) prepared for seamless handover to our expert animators. Your sharp eye for composition, color, perspective, and lighting will be critical in ensuring the highest standard of work. Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with Producers, other Artists, Animators, Programmers and Product Owner to collaboratively build “best in class” iGames. Communication: Partner with the Creative Lead to follow the unique art style of each game. Be open to feedback and take the initiative to independently enhance and perfect your work, while still ensuring it aligns with the creative vision. Innovation: Push the boundaries of what is possible in the realms of iGames to create visually stunning and memorable experiences.     Who are you? We are looking for a passionate and creative Game Artist with strong foundational skills in traditional art and visual design. You have a keen eye for detail, a strong sense of polish, and a standout portfolio showcasing everything from rapid concept sketches to pixel-perfect rendering for stunning iGaming experiences. To thrive in this role, you bring at least 4 years of experience crafting 2D mobile assets within the iGaming industry. You excel at balancing speed and quality during early concepting, always finding innovative visual solutions within technical limitations. As a natural team player, you collaborate seamlessly across disciplines and welcome constructive feedback. You are self-driven, organized, and deliver high-quality work on deadline. Additionally, you bring a visionary mindset, with a genuine curiosity to integrate modern AI tools into your workflow to elevate our creative output.   Qualifications Polishing & UI Expertise: Skilled at polishing game assets to perfection, ensuring every detail shines and aligns with the creative vision. Experienced in creating intuitive UI elements that enhance the player experience, seamlessly combining functionality with captivating design. Software skills: Expert knowledge of Photoshop. Knowledge in 3D is a big plus but not required. Portfolio: A captivating portfolio demonstrating excellent artistic ability including the effective use of color, composition, and typography. Creativity: A passion for art and a sharp eye for detail are essential, along with the ability to adapt to various art styles. Your understanding of animation will be crucial, as you’ll help create assets ready for seamless animation. Passion for Gaming: A passion for video games and an understanding of what makes them visually engaging and immersive. Language: The ideal candidate will possess excellent English language skills, both in written and verbal communication, as this is essential for daily tasks and collaboration. Proficiency in Swedish is a plus but not required. We offer An ever-changing opportunity to explore different art styles, concepts, and themes together with highly skilled creatives in various crafts. Our project cycles are short, and you will be able to thrive in your creativity and passion by creating a range of visually stunning, unforgettable iGaming experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We work on-site, just 2 minutes from T-Centralen in Stockholm. Fill in an application below and please include your portfolio and CV. For the right candidate, the recruitment process includes: interviews (digitally and at our studio), as well as a work assignment. We will fill the position as soon as we have found the right candidate, so do not hesitate to submit your application as soon as possible. Öppen för alla Vi fokuserar på din kompetens, inte dina övriga förutsättningar. Vi är öppna för att anpassa rollen eller arbetsplatsen efter dina behov.