2D Artist

About Us

Mindstorm Studios was founded in 2006 with a mission to bring the highest quality products to market. The company is partnered with Lion Studios (one of the world’s leading mobile games publishers) and AppLovin (one of the world’s leading ad networks). The company’s product-centric approach has led it to exhibit successes across multiple game genres. These games have been downloaded over 100 million times globally with worldwide chart-toppers like Super Salon, Tile Garden and Hexa Sort to name a few. 

Mindstorm Studios launched the M-Labs initiative in April 2020 with a vision to catalyze game-building in Pakistan. Since its inception, M-Labs has played a pivotal role in supporting socio-economic growth in Pakistan by creating a thriving game-centric ecosystem. With a mission to leverage the potential of the creative technology sector and democratize access to information, M-Labs analyzes a multitude of factors to design interventions that foster innovation and drive the country's transition towards a knowledge-driven economy.

Role: 2D Artist

As a 2D Artist at Mlabs you will play a key role in marketing and producing mobile games on the Google and Apple app store. By working closely with the publishing team you will take all necessary means to ensure the promotion of the game attracts the right audience. You are the right person for this job if:

You are a problem solver across multiple verticals. You are great at researching different categories and  are inspired to create eye-catching visuals. You can multitask like no tomorrow, even in your sleep! You have excellent communication skills and can present with one hand tied behind your back. You enjoy working with people and can foster strong relationships with those around you. You play games and have updated and working knowledge of the state of the industry and latest tools involved in the game development and publishing process.

What will you be doing ?

•  Create high-quality 2D game assets, including characters, environments, UI elements, primarily used for Google play storefronts
• Collaborate with the marketing team and game designers to understand and implement the visual style and aesthetic of the game.
• Create and maintain a handbook of all past storefront experiments with their hypothesis.
• Ensure consistency and quality of art assets throughout the development/marketing process.
• Work with the development team to integrate art assets into the game engine.
•  Revise and iterate on artwork based on feedback from the team.
•  Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in game art and design.

Requirements:

•  0-2 years of experience as a 2D Game Artist in the gaming industry.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Illustrator.
• Excellent understanding of color theory, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to create detailed and polished game assets, including characters, environments, and UI elements.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Passion for gaming and a strong understanding of game art and design principles.

Things that get you extra points

• Knowledge and passion for interactive entertainment and games
• Exceptional self-organization skills
• Capability to collaborate in an open team environment
• Ability to use generative AI to speed up productivity.
• Experience with animation and creating sprite sheets.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of styles and high-quality 2D artwork.

What are we offering?

• Exposure: Best-in-class learning and exposure to the global game industry having top level game development know-how and career progression
• Culture: A progressive team and unmatched work environment with a flat hierarchy where you take ownership of your goals and become part of a team that will support and help you succeed.
• Vacations: 5 weeks’ paid time-off per annum, wedding/paternal leave, paid sick leave
• Comprehensive Benefits: Provident fund, full healthcare (in-patient & out-patient), fuel allowance, subsidized lunches, fitness allowance, gadget discounts, yearly bonuses.
• Perks: HR events, team lunches, movie nights, monthly birthdays, company retreats, games/sports competitions and much more!

Disclaimer: Mindstorm Studios is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, & performance