SOFTGAMES is hiring a
2D Game Artist

Summary

The job involves designing visually appealing match-3 elements, boosters, blockers, props, and UI components for a Match-3 casual game at SOFTGAMES. The position is remote and offers flexible working hours, a competitive package, and various benefits such as training opportunities, home office allowance, meal allowances, equipment, offsite retreats, and swag.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a 2D Game Artist, with a focus on casual games
• Strong portfolio showcasing your skills in creating game assets, including match-3 elements, boosters, blockers, and UI components
• Proficiency in digital painting and illustration software (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma)
• Solid understanding of color theory, composition, and visual storytelling
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to take direction and constructive feedback

Responsibilities

• Design and create visually appealing match-3 elements, boosters, blockers, props and UI components
• Ensure consistency in visual style and maintain a high level of detail and polish in all assets
• Collaborate with the game designers and developers to understand the game's requirements and integrate feedback into the artwork
• Optimize assets for performance without sacrificing visual quality
• Create animations and visual effects (FX) to enhance the gameplay experience (a plus)
• Iterate on feedback from the team to improve and refine artwork

Preferred Qualifications

Passion for casual games and a keen eye for engaging visual design

Benefits

• Remote first - We have a flexible working setup. Either fully remote wherever you are or on-site in our modern office in central Berlin - You decide
• Flexible working hours - Structure your working hours to your needs. No crunch, no overtime!
• Generous vacation regulation no matter where you are!
• Home office allowance - Working from home but something is missing? We offer a budget to make your home office as productive as possible
• Further Training - Everyone at SOFTGAMES is offered training opportunities to strengthen their skills or learn something new!
• Studio - We’re a remote-first company but also offer a super modern office with state-of-the-art tech, based in the center of Berlin
• Equipment - Choose between a MacBook Pro or Lenovo Laptop
• Meal allowances - A monthly budget is additionally granted to be spent for your lunches
• Monthly extra grant for home office electricity + internet costs
• Swag - Enjoy our stylish Hoodies, Bags, Mugs, etc
• Offsite Retreats - Twice a year the entire company gets together to learn, share ideas, focus on the future, and celebrate our successes. Our events in general are epic but our off-site Retreat is one of a kind