DEPT® 2D Artist & Animator AU at DEPT®

WHO ARE WE?

The bigger picture: DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, TikTok, eBay, ASOS, Zoopla, Twitch, Patagonia and many, many more. 

Our team of 4,000+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on five continents deliver pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. We live and breathe our ‘big enough to cope, small enough to care’ ethos, providing an inclusive, supportive and exciting place to accelerate your career.   

JOB PURPOSE:

We are looking for a skilled 2D Artist & Animator to contribute to the development of our upcoming titles. As a key member of our artistic team, you will be responsible for creating visually stunning artwork and animations that bring our games and characters to life. Ideally, you will be highly proficient in 2D art techniques and animation principles, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for gaming.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create high-quality 2D artwork and animations for characters, environments, and special effects
• Collaborate closely with the executive producer, lead artist, game designers, and other team members to ensure artistic vision and gameplay goals are met
• Iterate on designs based on feedback and playtesting to achieve the desired visual style and gameplay experience
• Maintain consistency in art style and quality throughout the development process
• Provide exceptional visual quality on projects to create a fun and engaging experience
• Identification and assistance in the creation of documentation in projects
• Create storyboards to visualize scenes and create a realistic environment for games and other visual effects
• Follow art direction and client briefs, understand 2D asset and animation pipelines and processes.
• Implement feedback from Lead/Senior Artists and/or clients

SKILLS AND PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: 

• 5+ Years in video game production with multiple shipped titles in an artist role
• Knowledge of additional art-related software or tools
• Experience with creating assets for various screen resolutions and aspect ratios
• Significant working knowledge of Unity - Essential 
• A strong portfolio of previous work and completed projects
• Excellent creativity and artistic skills and a strong technical understanding of current asset workflows, shaders, and engine capabilities
• An eye for composition and an ability to match any style, texture, colour, and lighting.
• A strong understanding of shape language and balance.
• Good knowledge of shader/material, asset and animation development tools for Unity 
• Adaptable and able to multitask and prioritise work based on changing schedules and feedback/critiques
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently to get the job done without day-to-day direction
• Previous Game Design experience with preschool or early childhood education would be highly desirable

THE PERKS!

You'll have access to our ‘Benefits’ offering. This includes an abundance of additional leave offerings (think Doona Day, Birthday leave and Parental leave options for all), annual working from-home allowances and access to development opportunities. 

This is your chance to be part of a team of humans - we come together in support, love and humanity to celebrate what makes each of us special. If that sounds like you, get in touch!
Check us out! www.deptagency.com

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they feel they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do!

DEPT® is proudly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. In addition, we strive to provide a safe space for all please let us know confidentially if we can provide any additional support or accommodations for you to fully participate in our recruitment experience. Contact kate.mcgreavy@deptagency.com to notify us of any needs related to completing the job application or taking part in our interview process.

Please note that the successful applicant for this position will be subject to a background check, in line with legislative requirements

DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.

Learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts here