2D Art Director

Summary

Join Devoted Studios as a 2D Art Director in a remote, full-time contracted position! Lead and mentor a team of artists, ensuring high-quality art assets for high-profile game projects. Collaborate with producers, clients, and vendors for timely delivery. This role requires 6+ years in game art with team leadership experience and a strong portfolio showcasing 2D art expertise. We offer a competitive USD salary, paid vacation, flexible remote work, exciting projects, a supportive team, and professional growth opportunities. We are open to candidates from Canada, Latin America, or Europe.

Requirements

• 6+ years in game art with experience leading a team
• Shipped 2-3 AAA games (or equivalent high-profile projects) from concept to launch
• Diverse portfolio showcasing expertise in 2D art , with proficiency in Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator
• Deep understanding of art production pipelines and technical constraints
• Detail-oriented, results-driven problem solver with a proactive mindset
• Strong leadership and communication skills to foster collaboration and resolve conflicts
• Committed to staying updated on industry trends and adopting new tools/techniques
• Team-focused approach with an emphasis on transparency, mentorship, and support

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the art team, fostering creativity and excellence
• Ensure the highest quality of art assets, aligning with client and project guidelines
• Review and polish artwork, providing constructive feedback to elevate the final product
• Develop clear guidelines, technical requirements, and pitch materials to streamline workflows
• Collaborate with producers, clients, and vendors to ensure timely, on-budget delivery
• Evaluate talent, design skill assessments, and align artists with projects that fit their strengths
• Optimize processes and workflows to drive efficiency and innovation across projects

Preferred Qualifications

Previous Art Director or Creative Director experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary in USD with paid vacation and personal days to support your well-being
• Flexible remote work – set your own schedule and maintain work-life balance
• Exciting projects – work on high-profile international game production tasks alongside industry leaders
• A supportive team – collaborate with passionate professionals, share knowledge, and grow your skills
• Professional growth opportunities – advance your career with access to global projects and innovative challenges