Salary
60,000 – 150,000 PNR per month
Company Description
Santafeast is an Independent video game development studio founded and led by game enthusiast Amir Yatoo.Being a passionate indie studio, we challenge ourselves to create games with new mechanics, polished aesthetic and interesting gameplay. At Santafeast, we strive to bring innovations to traditional game genres. Through changing the gaming landscape by implementing new, unique features
Santafeast aims to create an amazing experience for its players through a mix of an addicting gameplay and our signature art style.
Job Description
Santafeast Dubai is looking for a passionate and talented 2D Game Artist to add to our growing team. This position primarily entails live project with a focus on 2D Environment and Character Art , ideally the candidate will have a good level of ability in at least one or two other skill sets.
Role and Responsibilities
Researching references and resources required to produce the assets of the game
Sketching concept designs and key elements of the visual style
Building 2D environment, props, models of all assets in line with the technical limits of the game engine
Applying textures to all visual elements
Create efficient animation Rigs and Skin characters as per game specifications
Integrating special effects to textures, scenes and events,
Designing promotional materials, packages, posters for the launch of the game
Creating storyboards to visualize scenes and create a realistic environment for games, and other visual effects.
Basic understanding of Unity 3D and its workflow is a plus
Software
Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Z Brush or any similar tool/s.
C# (Optional)
Unity 3D(Optional)
Skills Required
Basic UI Designing
Motivated and passionate about video games;
Proficient technical skills and expertise in Photoshop
Strong drawing skills, ability to visualize and design from abstract ideas
Solid knowledge of game genres and latest trends in gaming
Knowledge of 2D animation, and familiarity with the principles of animation
Team player, ability to work independently
Ability to create special effects
Understanding of optimization for mobile platforms
Qualifications
Minimum 4 years industry experience working on mobile game projects and art direction
A Bachelor’s degree preferably in technology would be preferred or any other training or equivalent.
Additional requirements
Professional online work portfolio
A well written and well formatted CV with all critical information