Internship - Pixel Artist / Concept Artist - Game development

Practical Info

• Company: Runic Dices Entertainment
• Game: Nanokings
• Location: Remote
• Working Hours: Full-time / Part-Time
• Salary: Non-paid Internship

About Us

Runic Dices Entertainment unites players through games that are rich in narrative and inspired by the bold aesthetics of Nordic legends, infused with medieval, steampunk, and scrap punk elements.

Project Description

Set in the post-apocalyptic world of Myrkrafjordur, 307,500 years after humanity's extinction, Nanokings is a punk-Viking dystopia. The game blends gameplay mechanics from Vampire Survivors and Children of Morta with multiplayer features, presented in detailed pixel art with both top-down and isometric views. It combines reverse bullet hell and Action-RPG elements in strategic 30-minute sessions.

Job Summary

As a Pixel & Concept Artist Intern, you will bring to life the visual elements that define the game's aesthetic. Your creativity will shape the characters, items, and environments of this unique setting.

Responsibilities

• Create concept art.
• Create pixel art assets and animations from concepts.
• Refine designs and animations.
• Manage an asset library, uploading source files and spritesheets.
• Maintain effective communication on Discord to ensure team alignment.

Requirements

• Experience in both traditional and digital art mediums, particularly in 2D pixel art for games.
• Proficiency in Aseprite and familiarity with Unity for top-down 2D pixel games.
• Comfort with the startup environment and versatility in role functions.

What You Can Expect

• A detailed Game Design Document and clear milestone plans.
• Regular communication and access to existing assets for improvement.
• A funded environment equipped with the necessary tools.
• A fun, ambitious team committed to significant progress in the gaming industry.
• Gain experience in documentation, enhancing your professional skills.

Why Join Us?

Join a passionate team dedicated to crafting games that resonate and endure. Your artistic skills will play a pivotal role in the visual journey of Nanokings. Enhance your portfolio, work in a multidisciplinary structure, get credited at launch, learn how to work in a remote team, and understand pipelines and processes.

Discover More:

Watch our game in action on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9U_qCqYxyY

Visit our Steam page for more details:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2142550/Nanokings/