Lucky Duck Games
Mobile Game Art Director
Lucky Duck GamesPoland19 days ago
Full-timeArt/Creative
We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Art Director to lead and execute the artistic vision and UI design for our mobile games. This role requires a hands-on approach, as you will be responsible for creating and delivering all assets - from low-fidelity wireframes to high-fidelity UI designs. You will manage a two-person team and drive the entire artistic process to ensure a cohesive and visually stunning gaming experience. You will also work closely with Product Managers and the IT team to create engaging, visually compelling mobile gaming experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute the artistic vision for mobile games, ensuring alignment with the overall game design.
  • Create and deliver all UI designs, from low-fidelity prototypes to high-fidelity assets, along with other necessary game visuals.
  • Manage the art pipeline from initial concepts to the production of in-game assets, with a focus on mobile optimization.
  • Collaborate with designers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure cohesive and immersive visuals.
  • Take ownership of the entire artistic process, handling both conceptual and production tasks directly.
  • Adapt to the changing needs and dynamics of a small, fast-paced team environment.


Must-Have Qualifications:

  • Proven expertise in digital drawing and illustration.
  • Over 5 years of experience in game art pipelines, from concept to in-game assets, with a focus on mobile optimization.
  • At least 5 years of hands-on experience as a UI/UX or graphic designer in the mobile gaming industry.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience developing artistic vision concepts for mobile games.
  • Proficiency in key software, including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Blender, Unity, Figma, or Adobe XD.
  • Strong knowledge of optimizing assets for mobile performance, including textures and shaders.
  • A portfolio showcasing shipped mobile game titles.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Strong self-organization and time management abilities.
  • Flexibility and openness to the evolving dynamics of a small team.
  • Advanced proficiency in Polish and fluent English.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • A portfolio demonstrating UX flow, from low-fidelity to high-fidelity concepts.
  • Experience working in start-up environments.
  • Basic animation skills, including familiarity with animation tools to enhance interactivity and storytelling in user experiences.
  • A passion for working in a collaborative, small-team setting.


Why Join Us?

  • An opportunity to shape the visual direction of innovative mobile games.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Flexibility to experiment and contribute to a creative vision.
  • The chance to work with a passionate, small team of gaming enthusiasts.
  • Multiple opportunities to play board games in and after work.
  • Access to Luxmed for you and your family.
  • Mental health support - co-financing counseling and psychological support.
  • MultiSport card, personal training budget, and a lot of board games :)

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