London · Updated Daily

2D Artist Jobs in London

London is the UK’s biggest game art market. Rockstar London, Creative Assembly, SEGA Europe, and King regularly hire 2D artists and illustrators.

Get London 2D Artist Jobs Daily

$5/month · Cancel anytime

2D Artist Roles in London

We curate 2d artist positions from game studios across London.

🎨

Junior 2D Artist

✏️

2D Artist

⭐

Senior 2D Artist

👑

Lead 2D Artist

💡

Concept Artist

🖌️

Illustrator

🎬

2D Animator

🏞️

Background Artist

London Game Studios Hiring 2D Artists

London’s game industry spans AAA, mobile, and indie. 2D artists work across concept art, illustration, 2D animation, and background art across diverse studio types.

Rockstar London

Creative Assembly

SEGA Europe

King

Ubisoft Reflections

Rare

Playground Games

Rebellion

Hundreds More

London Roles Move Fast

Top studios fill positions within days. Apply in the first 24-48 hours for the best odds.

✓ London roles flagged daily

✓ Discord live alerts

✓ Salary info included

Subscribe Now – $5/month

2D Artist Salary Ranges in London

What 2d artist roles pay at London game studios.

Junior £26K – £38K

Mid-Level £38K – £55K

Senior £55K – £78K

Lead £72K – £100K

*Figures in GBP. Skilled Worker Visa required for non-UK/Irish nationals.

What London Studios Look For in 2D Artists

London game studios are competitive. Here is what gets you hired.

🎨 Core 2D Skills

Photoshop and Clip Studio Paint
Procreate for digital painting
Illustration and rendering
Color theory and composition

🎬 Animation and Motion

Frame-by-frame animation
Sprite sheet creation
Spine 2D rigging
Motion graphics basics

💼 Portfolio Requirements

Style versatility across genres
Fast iteration speed
Assets from shipped titles
Process documentation

🚀 Stand Out

Multiple distinct styles in portfolio
Environmental storytelling work
Strong character design skills
Clean file organisation

2D Artist Jobs in London FAQ

What 2D artist jobs are available in London?

London studios hire 2D Artists, Illustrators, Concept Artists, 2D Animators, and Background Artists. Rockstar London, Creative Assembly, SEGA Europe, King, and Rebellion post 2D art roles regularly.

What salary can a 2D artist expect in London?

2D artist salaries in London range from £26K-£38K for junior roles to £72K-£100K for lead positions. Senior 2D artists typically earn £55K-£78K. Salaries are paid in GBP.

Do I need a visa to work as a 2D artist in London?

Non-UK and non-Irish nationals require a Skilled Worker Visa. Most London game studios sponsor experienced 2D artists. The visa requires a salary threshold to be met, which senior roles typically exceed.

What tools do London studios expect 2D artists to know?

Photoshop and Clip Studio Paint are standard. Concept art pipelines at studios like Creative Assembly and Rockstar London also value speed, style flexibility, and the ability to work within established visual direction.

How do I find 2D artist jobs at London game studios?

ArtBlast curates 2D artist job postings from Rockstar London, SEGA Europe, King, Creative Assembly, and other London studios daily. Subscribe for listings with salary data and direct apply links.

Get London 2D Artist Jobs in Your Inbox

Join 9,000+ artists getting curated game art jobs delivered every morning.