[LiveOps Team] Senior Game Mobile Artist (Game Magic Tiles 3 - Hybrid Casual) - (Based in HCM)

As a Senior Game Mobile Artist at Amanotes for Magic Tiles 3, you'll take charge of art direction and creation, producing high-quality 2D/3D assets, animations, and visual effects. You'll create concepts to guide visual direction, work collaboratively with UI/UX and game designers to ensure cohesive gameplay visuals, and optimize art assets for mobile performance. Your role will also involve staying ahead of market trends and driving innovation to enhance player experience.

To qualify for the Senior Game Mobile Artist position at Amanotes, you should have at least 4 years of experience in game art, specifically working with mobile or hybrid casual games. A strong portfolio showcasing your skills is essential, along with proficiency in tools like Photoshop, Blender, and Unity. Strong communication skills for cross-team collaboration are also required.

Senior Game Mobile Artists at Amanotes utilize industry-standard tools and software such as Photoshop and Illustrator for design and illustration, Blender and After Effects for 3D modeling and animations, and Unity for integrating assets. Experience with mobile optimization techniques is also crucial for creating high-quality visuals that perform well on mobile devices.

Amanotes is committed to the professional growth of its employees. As a Senior Game Mobile Artist, you'll have access to various learning activities, including internal training sessions, e-learning platforms like Udemy and LinkedIn Learning, as well as opportunities to attend international conferences. Additionally, we offer a personal learning and well-being budget to encourage your continuous development.

Working as a Senior Game Mobile Artist at Amanotes comes with several attractive benefits including a competitive salary, a 13th-month salary, annual performance bonuses, flexible working hours, allowances for lunch and parking, and a well-structured employee assistance program. You also benefit from a minimum of 12 days of paid annual leave and 10 days of paid sick leave, along with the option to work from home for up to 12 days a year.

Talk about specific projects where you designed and created 2D or 3D game assets, detailing the tools you used and the artistic processes you followed. Highlight any challenges you faced and how you overcame them to ensure high-quality results.

To maintain consistent art style, I would develop a comprehensive visual guide at the start of the project. This would include color palettes, character designs, and environment art guidelines that all team members can reference throughout production.

I believe that feedback is invaluable in the creative process. I approach it with an open mind, actively listen to comments, and assess how they align with the project vision. I use constructive feedback to iterate and improve my work.

My optimization process starts with creating assets that are already designed for mobile from the get-go, focusing on resolution and polygon counts. I continuously collaborate with the development team to test the performance and adjust the assets accordingly.

I have extensive experience integrating both 2D and 3D assets in Unity, particularly focusing on animation and visual effects. This involves collaborating with developers to implement animations and ensuring everything looks seamless during gameplay.

I stay updated with industry trends by following gaming publications, participating in forums, and analyzing successful hybrid casual games. This not only informs my design choices but also allows me to find innovative ways to enhance visual appeal.

In one project, I worked alongside developers to create a set of high-quality assets while ensuring they fit the technical constraints. Regular meetings helped us align our needs and resolve any technical issues that arose during integration.

I regularly engage in online courses, attend workshops, and participate in game jams to stay sharp. Networking with other professionals and following industry leaders on social media also keeps me informed about the latest techniques and trends.

Player feedback is essential as it provides insights into how our art impacts the gaming experience. I review player reactions and adjust my designs accordingly, aiming to enhance both engagement and enjoyment.

I’m motivated by the interactive and collaborative nature of game development. Being able to create art that not only captures attention but also enhances a player's enjoyment brings me immense satisfaction.