Lead Illustrator

POSITION

As a Lead Illustrator, you will work closely with our Art Directors on multiple projects to set its style, tone and quality bar for everyone else. Helping others to maintain consistency throughout the project as well as creating exceptional quality artwork with a focus on storytelling will be the key to success in this role.*This position is remote (contractor) with an option to transition in-house.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in Illustration for the Entertainment industry
• Experience owning and effectively communicating about projects and workflow
• Extreme proficiency in art fundamentals, visual storytelling and color theory
• Showcase ability to paint or draw in a variety of art styles
• Persistent self-education around innovations in the creative field
• Experience as a art mentor
• Fluent in English
• Great organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver exceptional quality illustrated work
• Set the quality standards for other illustrators on the project
• Mentor more junior artists on the team, provide feedback and strive to go beyond
• Work closely with the Art Director to streamline and make continued improvements on the art development pipeline for multiple projects

BONUS POINTS

• Experience in Visual Development or world building for games and film
• Strong interest in Games and Game Development

What we offer:

• The startup spirit (less restriction, more control, direct feedback and influence to the company)
• A highly quality-focused work environment
• Full ownership of project
• Direct connection with clients and artists
• Great deal of freedom in problem solving journey (encourage creativity)
• Excellent onboarding program
• Fun working team with highly positive energy and strong team work
• Multicultural work environment

Perks & Benefits (applicable to inhouse employees only):

• 2 weeks paid winter break per year
• Work life balance (7 hours work plus 1 hour paid lunch)
• Wellness compensation allowance (5000 SEK per full year)
• Great working environment (well-equipped office and fun colleagues)
• Regular benefits such as pension, sick pay, 25 vacation days per full year, parental leave, etc.