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2D Pixel Artist (m/f/d)

About DECA Games

We believe that games should be played for decades but many are abandoned even when a loyal community is screaming to keep them alive. DECA specializes in acquiring games from other developers and reinvigorating them to continue to entertain for decades. When other studios see an old game, we see a fantastic set of problems to solve and a huge opportunity.

DECA is a remote company with over 290 people in over 31 countries globally. DECA has been profitable since our inception in 2016. DECA is also a part of the Embracer Group, the largest public gaming company in Europe.

About our culture

We’ve managed to maintain a small company feels with the stability and resources of a much larger one. We fully believe in the flexibility of a remote workplace. Team members are trusted to manage their time and get things done independently. We think that egos and politics need to be checked at the virtual door. That means no jerks are allowed, that no job is too small for anyone, and an openness to help and learn from each other is required. We love the challenge of working within constraints and love when we succeed as a team. Check out more about us and our values on our website (www.decagames.com).

This is a remote position. You can work from anywhere in the world in the CET timezone (9 am - 6 pm CET).

About the role

We are looking for a talented and passionate 2D Pixel Artist to join our Realm of the Mad God game team. You will be working closely alongside our development and live operations teams to create pixel art for all aspects of the game, such as weapons, skins, environments, monsters, VFX, etc.

Realm of the Mad God is a unique permadeath MMORPG with a devoted fan base and a distinct art style. We are looking for someone to not only fulfill the creative vision for the game but also help evolve and drive it forward for years to come.

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/200210/Realm_of_the_Mad_God_Exalt/
Windows/Mac: https://www.realmofthemadgod.com/

Responsibilities

• Create 2D pixel art for characters, environments, and props for Realm of the Mad God.
• Work closely with the live operations and game design teams to execute the artistic vision and help them drive it forward.
• Create sprite animations.
• Design and iterate assets based on feedback from team members.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience in game development.
• Experience in creating pixel art assets and animations.
• Strong experience in illustrations.
• Experience and proficiency working in 8-bit pixel art style.
• Proficiency with pixel art creation software e.g. Photoshop, Aseprite.
• Strong understanding of the art fundamentals and principles of animation.
• Pro-active ownership of tasks and timely delivery.
• Willingness to adapt and learn.
• Ability to take feedback and make changes as required.
• Excellent English (written and verbal) communication skills.
• A portfolio that reflects pixel art experience - a similar level of qualification. (please attach the portfolio along with the CV)

Benefits

• Remote first company culture.
• Flexible work hours to support a personal work-life balance.
• Weekly remote Embodiment@Work breathing and workout exercises.
• Online language classes: English, German, French, Spanish, etc.
• Working in a multicultural environment with people from over 29 different countries.
• Flat hierarchies with an open-door policy.