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IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit .IllustratorAre you a passionate and experienced Senior Illustrator looking to make your mark?
An outstanding opportunity exists to join a global market leader and dominant force in the Australian gaming market.
IGT is the world leader in the design, development and manufacture of gaming products and systems. IGT Australia provides a range of gaming products, systems and services to the Club, Hotel and Casino industries.
We are searching for an awesome Senior Illustrator to join our Sydney Game Studio making amazing games and player experiences.ResponsibilitiesIn this role, your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and creating illustrated game content utilising a wide variety of software applications.
• Preparation and handover of art assets to software engineers for game-engine implementation.
• Being an advocate for artistic excellence.
• Actively participating in and contributing to creative brainstorming meetings.
• Following digital asset management and version control practises.
• Being passionate about games, emerging art-trends and technology!

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years of professional Illustration experience working in a game development studio or other creative production environment.
• An amazing portfolio of work that showcases your craft and passion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A wonderful eye for detail and quality.

What We're Looking For:

• Expert knowledge of industry standard applications.

o Adobe CC Suite

• Background in traditional art and drawing.
• A highly talented craftsperson: you are amazing with producing preliminary concept art and character designs and taking them all the way through to final polished art; illustrating a wide variety of characters, animals, creatures, objects and environments across a range of art genres. You are an expert in composition and layout, colour, shape and form, lighting, final rendering and polish.
• Experience with liaising with animators and preparing your files ready for exporting to other applications for animation.
• A proactive self-starter and an awesome team collaborator!

Extra Bonus Points If You Have Experience With:

• Typography and Logo Design.
• ZBrush.
• Substance.
• Branding.
• UI/UX.
• Development experience creating assets for games/applications using Unity or Unreal.
• Prior gaming industry experience.

Keys to Success

• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership

What we offer

• Small, diverse, respectful and a fun team environment for you to do your best work.
• A studio that highly values you, your expertise and your input which has the security and backing of a global market leader.
• Career and professional development that is tailored to support your ambition and future success.
• Competitive Salary Package.
• Flexible work arrangements with a mix of onsite and WFH through the week.

#LI-SR1IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit .