16 Oct
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High 5 Games
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Toronto
16 Oct
High 5 Games
Toronto
We're looking for a Digital Illustrator to create high-quality visual content for slot games across mobile and web platforms. This role focuses on illustration for symbols, characters, environments, UI elements, and promotional assets that feel bold, polished, and game-ready.You'll work closely with art direction, game design, animation, and production teams to bring game themes to life while staying aligned with technical and gameplay requirements.What you'll doCreate illustrated assets for slot games, including symbols, characters, backgrounds, frames, and feature visualsDevelop art that supports gameplay clarity, theme storytelling, and player engagementTranslate art direction and style guides into consistent, production-ready illustrationsPrepare layered files and clean assets for animation, implementation, and exportCollaborate with animators, UI designers, and producers to ensure assets function smoothly in-gameUse generative AI tools as part of the creative workflow for ideation, concept exploration, or asset development, while maintaining artistic quality and consistencyIterate on artwork based on feedback, performance considerations, and game balance needsOccasionally support marketing or promotional visuals tied to game launches.What we're looking forStrong illustration skills with a transparent understanding of composition, color, lighting,
and readabilityExperience creating art specifically for games, preferably slot games or casual mobile gamesProficiency in Adobe Photoshop and IllustratorFamiliarity with generative AI tools and an understanding of how to use them responsibly and effectively within a production art pipelineAbility to work in a variety of styles, from stylized and playful to polished and premiumSolid understanding of asset organization, naming conventions, and production pipelinesComfort working from briefs, references, and established brand stylesStrong attention to detail and consistency across asset setsNice to haveExperience with slot game mechanics and common features (reels, symbols, bonuses, jackpots)Familiarity with Spine, After Effects, or animation-friendly asset prepUnderstanding of mobile performance constraints and optimizationExperience working with licensed IP or regulated gaming productsWhat success looks likeArtwork that is visually appealing, readable at small sizes, and cohesive across entire gamesAssets delivered on time, cleanly organized, and ready for animation or implementationStrong collaboration with cross-functional teams and openness to iterationConsistent contribution to the overall quality and identity of the game portfolio
📌 Digital Illustrator – Slot Game Content (Toronto)
🏢 High 5 Games
📍 Toronto