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Role Overview

As a concept artist on this unannounced project, you will help shape a new chapter in Paradox Interactive’s constantly growing catalogue of games. You’ll work closely with an Art Director, UX Designer, Programmers, and Content Designer to create a variety of 2D assets, including illustrations, UI elements, and concept art. This project is in its early stages of development, and you’ll have the opportunity to contribute your own artistic style within the established direction to help shape the game until full production.

Key Responsibilities

Visual Design & Implementation

• Create high-quality UI elements, icons, portraits, illustrations, and other 2D assets.
• Develop and establish aspects of the game's visual direction.
• Implement and optimize UI assets in the game engine with a focus on readability and performance.
• Find modular and smart ways to approach upscaling down the line.

Collaboration & Iteration

• Work closely with the Art Director to shape the 2D art language of the game.
• Partner with UX Designers to ensure clear and player-friendly navigation in the interface.
• Work with Programmers to integrate UI features while maintaining design intent.

Creative Problem-Solving

• Develop your own interpretations of not-yet-established elements while communicating with the team about requirements and direction.
• Help establish a visual language that demands readability and quality.

Requirements

• Strong portfolio demonstrating hand-painted digital art skills and a keen eye for painting, composition, concept art, and UI.
• Ability to seamlessly switch between more illustrated graphic design and realistic painting.
• Working experience designing UI from concept to final implementation.
• Understanding of UX principles and ability to collaborate with UX specialists.
• Moderate scripting skills for UI integration.
• Comfortable using English in both spoken and written form.

Bonus Skills

• Understanding of briefing and providing feedback to outsource vendors.
• Passion for Paradox’s grand strategy titles, modding, and interest in historical themes.
• Skills in CSS, Actionscript, Javascript, and HTML.