Senior Artist [023908]

Eyecon is a well-established business, with over 25 years in the gaming and software industry offering our international clientele a range of software and systems.

• Strong customer and product focus
• Talented group of people with many specialties
• Supportive, friendly and dynamic team based environment
• Focused on continuously learning

Now part of the Playtech group of companies, the world's largest online gaming software supplier traded on the London Stock Exchange Main Market.

Forget AI, we’re looking for a real artist with real talent to join our games team. This role is perfect for someone who is not only highly skilled but passionate about art in all its forms and who has the desire and drive to draw for a living.

Under the guidance and direction of both the Creative Director and Art Lead, you will be responsible for creating a high volume of exceptional art assets. As a professional artist, you will be comfortable with adapting your technique to create a variety of slot games in different styles and genres. You will be involved throughout the development process including concepts, design, documentation, implementation and marketing.

You work well under pressure and efficiently to meet deadlines while achieving the highest possible standards, whether individually or as part of a team. You are a tenacious communicator ensuring any creative direction or decisions are clearly understood and all stakeholders are aligned to achieve deadlines.

Flexible work arrangements are offered.

Mandatory Skills

• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar environment (Games/ Digital Design/ Animation/ Commercial Arts)
• Solid understanding of the fundamentals. This is not a junior position
• Superior eye for light, value, composition and colour
• Experience with digital illustration, digital and traditional drawing, character design and logo design
• Proficient in Photoshop or equivalent software
• Basic animation and motion graphic skills 
• Ability to develop, communicate and present ideas
• Demonstrated ability to work according to technical specs and deliver results within schedule constraints
• Excellent collaboration and personal management skills (task planning, scheduling, progress tracking, reporting)

Desirable Skills

• Experience using Spine 2D software
• Storyboarding
• Qualification/ Bachelor/ Diploma in Interactive Entertainment, Graphic Design or Animation
• Experience in interactive gaming software or gambling industry
• Understanding of methodologies including agile development experience (eg Scrum)

If you believe that you have the above skills and experience, we welcome your application by submitting an up-to-date resume via Smart Recruiters.  You must be able to work in Australia, if not a resident or citizen, you must hold valid Visa.