Game Artist
Playtech Origins Studio is looking for a versatile Game Artist to create table games from end to end. Table games category also include instant and crash games.
The role is responsible for the complete visual-production process, including concept development, game design, final artwork, animations, production exports, and game previews.
Adobe Photoshop will be the main tool for 2D artwork. Spine will be used for animations implemented in the games, while After Effects will be used for game previews and promotional materials.
- Own the end-to-end creation of table games.
- Translate creative briefs, game mechanics, and brand guidelines into engaging game visuals.
- Create moodboards, sketches, style frames, logos, backgrounds, characters, game objects, UI elements, typography, and visual effects.
- Produce high-quality artwork in different styles, from realistic to stylized and cartoon.
- Deliver clean, organised, and production-ready PSD files.
- Use Spine to animate characters, symbols and game elements, effects, transitions, etc.
- Export and package Spine assets for implementation by the development team.
- Create game previews, motion mock-ups, promotional clips, and animated banners in After Effects.
- Optimise artwork and animations according to technical and platform requirements.
- Work closely with the Lead Artist, Game Producer, designers, developers, and other stakeholders.
- Review implemented assets, resolve visual or technical issues, and incorporate feedback.
- Manage multiple assignments while meeting project deadlines and quality standards.
- 3 to 5 years of professional experience in 2D game art, animation, or a similar role, preferably in iGaming industry (required).
- Strong portfolio showing polished 2D artwork, graphic design, concept development, and animation (required).
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop in order to produce structured, production-ready PSD files (required).
- Strong working knowledge of Spine, including rigging, animation, export, and implementation workflows (required).
- Experience with Adobe After Effects and relevant plugins (required).
- Understanding of animation principles such as timing, anticipation, weight, rhythm, and visual clarity (required).
- Strong art fundamentals, including composition, colour, lighting, perspective, and visual hierarchy (required).
- Graphic-design experience with logos, branding, typography, icons, and marketing materials (required).
- Understanding of game-asset creation, export, optimisation, and technical requirements (required).
- Ability to work in different visual styles while maintaining consistency across a complete game (required).
- Strong attention to detail, organisation, communication, and problem-solving skills (required).
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment (required).
- Ability to multitask, prioritise assignments, and adapt to changing project requirements (required).
- Experience in the iGaming or online casino industry (preferred).
- Experience creating table games, instant games, or crash games (preferred).
- Experience working with licensed brands and detailed brand guidelines (preferred).
- Background in illustration, traditional art, character design, or hand-drawn animation (preferred).
- Experience creating marketing videos, promotional clips, or animated banners (preferred).
- Familiarity with AI-assisted art tools and Jira (preferred).
- Understanding of game design, development workflows, and technical-art considerations (preferred).
- Employee wellbeing, stability, and work-life balance.
- Positive, professional, and supportive team environment.
- Open communication, collaboration, and constructive feedback.
- Personal and professional growth.
- Initiative, accountability, and a strong sense of belonging.
Playtech plc is one of the world's largest gambling technology companies, providing software, platforms and content to online and land-based operators. Founded in 1999 and registered in the Isle of Man, it supplies casino, live casino, sportsbook, bingo and poker products, along with its IMS player-management platform. The company also runs B2C operations, most notably the Snaitech business in Italy. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Playtech employs thousands of people across offices worldwide.