Senior 2D Artist

Aesir Interactive GmbH

. Design and create high-quality 2D artwork including concept art, character designs, environment illustrations, icons, and textures .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • GermanySenior💰 €36,000 - €54,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in creating high-quality 2D artwork, including concept art and UI/UX design, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain artistic vision and visual style. Proficient in industry-standard tools and knowledgeable in game engine requirements for asset integration.

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2D Artwork CreationUI/UX Design PrinciplesAdobe PhotoshopUnreal EngineVisual Storytelling

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Hard Skills

Concept ArtCharacter DesignEnvironment IllustrationTexture DesignPromotional ArtworkKey Art CreationColor TheoryCompositionBasic 3D ModelingLighting

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsTeam-OrientedProactive

Tools & Technologies

Adobe IllustratorGame EnginesMood BoardsStyle Guides

Industry Keywords

ArtDesignVisual DevelopmentGame DesignUser-Friendly Interfaces

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and create high-quality 2D artwork including concept art, character designs, environment illustrations, icons, and textures
Collaborate with Art Directors, Game Designers, Technical Artists, 3D teams, and Tech Art teams
Define and maintain the artistic vision and consistent visual style of projects
Create mood boards, style guides, and paint-overs to support visual development
Design UI/UX mockups and produce related UI graphics
Integrate 2D assets into the game engine
Iterate on feedback and adapt designs to gameplay needs and technical constraints
Prepare promotional artwork, key art, and marketing materials
Create beautifications and concept art for presentations of new game ideas and pitches
Support development of mood boards and visual direction
Present new game ideas and pitches

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Art, Design, or a related field or equivalent professional experience
Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of 2D art styles and concept art
Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar
Strong understanding of color, composition, and visual storytelling
Good communication skills in English (German is a plus)
A structured, proactive, and team-oriented way of working
Experience creating key art or promotional illustrations for games
Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and ability to create user-friendly interfaces on different platforms and with different inputs
Familiarity with 3D workflows or basic 3D modeling/lighting knowledge
Understanding of game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine) and their requirements for 2D assets

Benefits

Comp & perks

A welcoming and vibrant office just 10 minutes from Munich Central Station
Flexible remote work options tailored to your needs
A 38-hour workweek that promotes a healthy work-life balance
Monthly €50 credit card top-up*
Public transport ticket covered by Aesir*
Lunch subsidy of €7.50 for each day you work, whether onsite or remotely*
Free drinks, coffee, tea, and a weekly fresh organic fruit basket
Table tennis and foosball for creative breaks
Fun company events :)