2d Game Artist - Game Development

Embark Studios AB

As a 2D/Screenshot Artist at Embark, your role will be to present our games in the best light, crafting captivating screenshots and marketing assets that engage and excite our players. Your work will blend aesthetic mastery with technical skill, spanning Unreal Engine and Photoshop to create 2D assets for seasonal content in support of live updates in ARC Raiders and THE FINALS. Due to the versatile and cross-disciplinary nature of a 2D/Screenshot Artist, you will need to have great communication and collaboration skills. You will work with the Art Directors and Marketing Leads to craft briefs, oversee the screenshot process end to end, and will have responsibility for composition of stills, layout, lighting and rendering to deliver final images. Example of responsibilities  Capture a wide range of still images of 3D assets, including weapons, characters, and environments as briefed Work with Creative Producers and Art Directors on the game teams to ensure that work is delivered on time and at quality Collaborate with the Marketing team to craft promotional content necessary for different marketing campaigns We would love if you have A creative and curious mind Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in game development Experience working with game engines (Unreal or Unity), Photoshop and After Effects. Experience with 3D rendering tools such as Blender is not required, but is a strong plus A strong understanding of composition and graphic design principles, layout, typography, and color A portfolio of high-quality 2D art Professional English communication skills. At Embark we offer competitive salaries, passionate colleagues to share knowledge with and much more, but most of all we invite you to take part of a journey into the unknown, to build creative, surprising and beautiful experiences together. We welcome game makers of all sex, class, colour, age, gender identity, education, religion, opinion, culture, nation of origin, language, sexual orientation, shape, size, and ability. Did we leave anyone out? Well, we welcome you, too! We think that the gaming industry is made better when everyone has a seat at the table. Be yourself at Embark and make games while doing so. Please apply with confidence. We can’t wait to hear from you (in English)!

Toca Boca AB

Do you want to work in a fun environment, alongside a talented team of artists, to deliver content for millions and millions of happy kids? As a Senior Artist in Toca Boca World’s content team, you’ll take a leading role in creating quirky items and colorful environments, in line with a fun and playful art style that is constantly evolving. You’ll join a creative and friendly studio, where diversity and inclusion are core values! What you’ll be doing As a Senior Artist, you’ll be responsible for setting a high creative standard and ensuring that the visual quality of Toca Boca World continues to delight and inspire millions of players. You’ll work closely with the Lead Artist and Art Director to shape and maintain the artistic vision of the project, while also being a role model for your peers. You’ll create high-quality vector art assets, patterns and colour schemes, and collaborate with designers and programmers to ensure that your work integrates seamlessly with gameplay. Optimising 2D assets for performance without compromising quality will be part of your craft, as will contributing to ideation, concept development, and creative workshops. Your role goes beyond asset creation: you’ll mentor junior artists, sharing knowledge and guiding them to reach project standards. You’ll regularly present and communicate your work to the wider team, encouraging constructive feedback and fostering collaboration across disciplines. When needed, you’ll step into leadership responsibilities, acting as a bridge between the art team and other crafts to keep workflows smooth and efficient. You’ll embody the Toca Boca values of playfulness, inclusivity, and creativity, ensuring that every piece of art produced serves as an example of the quality we aspire to. Is this you? You are an experienced 2D Artist with a strong portfolio that fits the Toca Boca World art style, and you’re highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator. You’ve worked several years in a game studio and you’re confident about taking on a senior role where both craft excellence and leadership matter. You bring individuality and personal style to your work, while adapting to the Toca Boca Creative Principles: diversity and unisex design, quirkiness, attention to detail, and a kid’s perspective. You'll be part of a cross-functional team where you communicate and collaborate with teammates across disciplines on a day to day basis. You can follow creative directions, while also contributing your own ideas and sharing your process in a clear and structured way. What we’ll be looking for in portfolio - A 2D Illustration style that can translate well into Toca Boca World (vector style illustrations) - Illustrations that show an understanding of colour and composition - Personal projects and your personal style - Your Adobe Illustrator skills Your portfolio will play a key role during our selection process, so we recommend that you make sure it’s up to date and includes what we’re looking for. This is us! Play is in our DNA. At Toca Boca, we make playful, safe spaces where kids can have fun and feel free to be themselves. Over 60 million kids from all over the world play our games every month. Are you in? Let’s play. Good to know! This position is full time and based in our Stockholm studio with a hybrid working model (part office, part working from home). We apply a 6-month probationary period. You’ll need to be located in Sweden as we are unable to support relocation. As we’re an international company, with over 20 nationalities working here, and millions of users all over the world, you need to be fluent in English. Your application should therefore be in English. Toca Boca develops digital games that capture the power of play and that are filled with fun and silliness that kids around the world can instantly relate to. Since our first product launch in 2011, we have released 46 apps that have been downloaded more than 444 million times the world over, making us the No. 1 mobile-first kids brand in the App Store. Our products focus on sparking kids’ creativity and imagination, creating opportunities for open-ended play. With offices in Stockholm and San Francisco, Toca Boca is owned by Spin Master Corp., a global children’s entertainment company that creates, designs and manufactures a diversified portfolio of innovative toys, games, products and entertainment properties.

ELKAB Studios AB

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.