Jam City, a top mobile game developer, is seeking to grow its team by hiring innovative, collaborative individuals who thrive in a fast-paced setting.
PERKS & BENEFITS
– Competitive pay
– Comprehensive benefits
– Opportunities for professional growth
– Flexible work arrangements
We’re hiring a 2D Artist to create high-quality artwork and production-ready assets for Disney Emoji Blitz. This role calls for a creative and driven individual who will work closely with various teams to develop content and features for the game.
The artist will design characters, props, and UI elements to enhance gameplay and expand the Disney Emoji franchise. Responsibilities include producing vector art, guiding external vendors, and collaborating with engineers to ensure artwork is properly integrated and optimized for performance.
The 2D Artist will contribute to all phases of development—from brainstorming and pre-production to live content updates. Working with the Art Director and Project Art Lead, they’ll help determine the best tools and techniques for each task.
RESPONSIBILITIES
– Create high-quality vector and pixel art assets that align with the game’s visual style
– Review and provide feedback on outsourced assets to maintain quality and consistency
– Design characters, environments, UI elements, and props that match the game’s aesthetic
– Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure visual consistency across platforms
– Develop concepts and storyboards for new features and gameplay mechanics
– Assist with presentations and production materials
– Communicate effectively via Slack and participate in visual reviews and brainstorming sessions
– Stay current with industry trends and improve workflows
– Track task progress using tools like Jira, Confluence, and Sourcetree
QUALIFICATIONS
– BA/BFA in Illustration, Animation, Entertainment Arts, or equivalent experience
– 2–5 years of mobile game art production experience
– Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
– Strong communication skills in English
– Solid understanding of visual design principles
– Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
– Familiarity with mobile games and current market trends
– Team player with strong communication habits
– Experience working with external vendors
– Passion for Disney/Pixar and video games
– Portfolio required
– Experience with version control tools like Git or Perforce
– Unity experience
BONUS POINTS
– Experience with animation, motion graphics, or particle effects in Unity
– Knowledge of 3D tools like Blender
LIFE AT JAM CITY
– Follow our updates on LinkedIn
– Read our blog
– See employee feedback on Comparably
– Watch team and game videos on YouTube
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
We aim to create games that bring people together and reflect our diverse global audience. We foster an inclusive workplace through employee groups, cultural events, training, and more. Jam City is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without bias based on legally protected characteristics.
ABOUT JAM CITY
Jam City is a globally recognized mobile entertainment studio known for creating engaging games for a wide audience. Led by CEO Josh Yguado, the company is behind major hits like Cookie Jam and Panda Pop, and has developed games for top entertainment brands, including the highly successful Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery. Jam City operates ten studios across North and South America and Europe.
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