Art Lead

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Employment type:

Full-time position through employment contract.

Requirement:
Candidates must be fully eligible to work full-time under a local employment contract in Chicago, IL

Work setup:
Hybrid, connected to the local office in Chicago, IL

IGT is looking for a talented and collaborative Art Lead I to join our creative team in Chicago. In this role, you will help shape engaging visual experiences from early concept through final production. You will create high-quality 2D and 3D artwork, animation, typography, graphic designs, logos, characters, and other visual assets while helping maintain a consistent creative vision across projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile artist who enjoys solving creative and technical challenges, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring others while continuing to grow as an art leader.

IGT, where innovation meets entertainment on a global scale! From the casino floor to your mobile screen, we deliver thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiences—powered by world-class content, strong technical and commercial capabilities and nurtured by a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ownership.

Whether it’s spinning reels, placing bets, or enabling secure payments, we turn innovation into impact through disciplined execution and long-term value creation. With a team of over 6,000 employees across 30+ countries and products delivered in more than 100 jurisdictions worldwide
, we operate at scale while staying closely connected to costumers we serve. If you’re ready to bring your talent to a team shaping the future of entertainment, your next big move starts here - .

As an Art Lead, you will lead the art team within a land-based slot studio in Chicago, ensuring the delivery of high-quality visual content aligned with overall art direction. You will manage people, processes, and output to maintain consistency and excellence in visual execution.

• Create high-quality visual content, including illustrations, graphic layouts, logos, typography, animation, 3D art, and character designs.
• Develop production-ready assets that align with creative direction, product specifications, and technical requirements.
• Maintain visual consistency and bring artwork from initial concept through final production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement feedback and solve creative or technical challenges.
• Manage project deliverables, timelines, and organized production files.
• Contribute to improvements in the art production pipeline and department best practices.
• Support and mentor less experienced artists while staying current on industry tools and trends.

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts, Animation, Motion Graphics, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

Two to three years of experience in 2D illustration, graphic design, animation, 3D art, or generalist art production.

A strong 2D and/or 3D portfolio demonstrating versatility, attention to detail, and a range of styles.

Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator.

Strong traditional art skills, including drawing, painting, composition, typography, and graphic design.

Knowledge of animation principles, asset management, file organization, and product development processes.

Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

The ability to take ownership of projects, apply feedback professionally, and deliver quality work on schedule.

Ready to combine creativity, leadership, and technical expertise? Apply today and help IGT create visually engaging experiences that connect with players.

IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran…