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2D Illustrator, MTG Packaging & Product

At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That’s where you come in!

Are you an all-around illustration generalist and designer, with a strong understanding of illustrative methods for print, and a deep engagement in fantasy art / pop culture?

Our Magic: The Gathering TCG Studio is looking for a 2D Illustration Designer to drive innovative visual asset creation for Magic packaging. This key role in the Packaging and Product Team collaborates with Graphic Designers and Art Directors to support print marketing for a product that brings happiness to millions of Magic fans.

What you'll do:

• Craft original concepts, including extrapolating ideas from visual and written creative briefs.
• Sketch roughs to prove out concepts and communicate art direction.
• Own the thumbnailing process for each release's concept; keeping the full view of the line up-to-date as the release evolves.
• Create visual designs and illustrations for packaging/branding/other game marketing materials, while aligning to brand style guides.
• Support Art Directors and other creative team members in executing a variety of graphic design styles.

What you’ll bring:

• 3+ yrs of commercial illustration experience, ideally in a AAA game environment.
• A strong portfolio showcasing your ability to craft thumbnails, sketches, roughs, and finished color illustrations of logos, typography, environments, characters, and spell effects for use in print.
• Understanding of Magic: The Gathering as both a game and a brand.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Effectively work and connect with diverse groups of people.
• You eagerly embrace challenges head-on and have the confidence to propose creative solutions.
• Take direction well and work within scope constraints.
• Strong sense of accountability, responsibility, and pride.
• Strong communication skills and are comfortable giving and receiving feedback.
• Excellent skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or requirements of the position.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you are selected to move forward in our application process and need to request an accommodation, please let your recruiter or coordinator know.