2D Sprite Artist at Kirupa

๐Ÿข Company: Kirupa
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Location: Mexico
๐ŸŒŽ Work Model: On-Site

Calling all Awesome Sprite/ Pixel Artists!

Gameloft, a leading international publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones and consoles, is seeking 2D Sprite/Pixel Artists to join their existing talent pool.

Job Overview

Qualified candidates will link up with imaginative design teams to create hot new game titles, fulfilling a wide range of genres from hardcore action to casual simulation.

Responsibilities

As a key member of the development team, you’ll create game art within challenging parameters while working with other well-known pixel artists from the initial concept art to animation to the final delivery.

Must-haves/ Know-how

Experience on creating game graphics (for professionally released game or for leisure) Proficient in Photoshop, Promotion and/or other drawing software Strong understanding of the principles of animation A solid background in drawing, sketching and/or illustration Think creatively, work well independently and as a team player

You’ll earn brownie points if you have

Knowledge about optimization of computer art A love for video games, inside & out Sprite/Pixel art experience creating sprite/pixel art for GB, GBA or mobile games for low-resolution computer graphics: 2D video games, sprites, icons, etc. Self-taught candidates are welcome!

Position Details

This is a full-time on-site position located in Manhattan.

Benefits

Gameloft offers competitive salary, full insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), a high 401k match program, gym membership reimbursement, paid vacations and flexible hours.

Application Instructions

For a chance to join a cool, creative team based in New York City- please send your resume, cover letter, samples of your work and/or your URL address (if available) to ******. Please reference “GFX-PIXEL2D-US” in the subject line of your email. Please ensure that any sample images/animations are sent within the email or attached as Word or .pdf documents only. Any emails that do not fulfill this requirement will not be read.