2D Artist - KKH

Requisition Number: 169588

Position Title: Artist

External Description:

Glu Toronto, a game studio in the heart of downtown Toronto, is seeking a 2D Artist to help create high-profile casual mobile games. You've got serious art skills and you're ready to put them to use. You know Creative Suite like the back of your hand, and know how to draw the back of a hand - if for some reason that's what's needed. You're ready to collaborate with a tight-knit team of highly dedicated and talented designers and developers to create best-in-class mobile games, including the smash-hit and award winning Kim Kardashian: Hollywood.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Art Manager & Lead Artist to create game-ready illustrations based on concept art and direction for both new and existing IP
• Follow production pipeline, ensure art is created efficiently, and effectively integrated into products
• Follow style guides, and assist in their creation when asked
• Export and assemble images from art files within prescribed technical parameters and protocols

Experience

• 2+ years of industry experience in mobile/casual games or similar
• Experience working with casual, approachable art styles
• A proven track record of art assets on projects that have made it to market (especially shipped game projects)
• Degree or diploma in a visual art discipline, or equivalent years of professional experience

Skills

• Excellent 2D Art skills (i.e. you live in Photoshop)
• General mastery of a range of art assets including but not limited to: environments, objects, character assets and clothing, storyboards
• Superb imagination and creativity Ability to match existing art styles & work in multiple different styles
• Organized, meticulous, and thorough working habits Good verbal communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
• Ability to pick up new technical skills and concepts quickly
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Also

• You have a passion for games, and a desire to be part of the future of mobile games
• You're versatile, flexible, and willing to do what's needed in a fast-moving environment
• You have an interest in story-telling, pop culture, and entertainment
• You've got a superlative portfolio to illustrate everything listed under "Skills"
• Seriously; applications without a portfolio will not be considered

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Community / Marketing Title: 2D Artist - KKH

Company Profile:

Electronic Arts Inc. är ett globalt ledande mjukvaruföretag för interaktiv underhållning. EA levererar spel, innehåll och onlinetjänster för internetuppkopplade spelkonsoler, persondatorer, mobiltelefoner och surfplattor.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 64

Can this position be remote?: 0

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Om EA

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