Game Artist

Gaming

Welcome to the world of land‑based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting‑edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.

Situated in Spinningfields, Manchester, our team comprises over seventy highly‑skilled development professionals dedicated to crafting and producing game content tailored for both the UK and International markets. Within a dynamic graphics team, collaborating with graphic artists, software engineers, and game designers, this role focuses on developing video game graphics for the UK and International casino gaming markets. The selected candidate will guide games from initial concept to final production, including providing crucial support for marketing initiatives.

In addition to a genuine passion for gaming, prerequisites for this role include a sound knowledge of graphics software, encompassing Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects. Familiarity with 3D digital modelling, animation using Autodesk Maya, and proficiency in tools such as Spine and Unity are highly desirable.

• Proficient working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
• Experience in the gambling/casino industry.
• Create artwork in a range of different styles.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team player.

• Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator.
• Competence in 3D modelling (Autodesk Maya).
• Understanding of Unity and Spine.
• Animation skills would be advantageous.
• Create visually captivating graphics for casino games, aligning with the artistic vision.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop game visuals from concept to final production.
• Design diverse in‑game graphics, including symbols, backgrounds, and visual elements.
• Produce effective marketing materials to promote and showcase casino games.
• Integrate cutting‑edge graphics seamlessly for an enhanced gaming experience.
• Maintain high‑quality graphic design standards and comply with industry regulations.
• Adapt to emerging design trends and technologies in the gaming industry.
• Provide creative input for new game concepts and mechanics during brainstorming sessions.
• Optimize visual elements for the Unity game engine in collaboration with software engineers.
• Ensure graphics meet established quality standards and adhere to relevant regulations.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced work environment, delivering on project timelines.

• Annual performance bonus
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)
• 1 day paid leave to work on charitable projects
• 1 day paid for personal celebration (e.g. birthdays)
• Half day for health (encouraging you to take time away for your wellbeing)
• Up to 8% employer pension contributions
• A reward platform offering a cycle‑to‑work scheme and shopping and lifestyle discounts/cashback
• Remote GP access
• Private medical insurance
• Elective benefits:
  Tastecard, travel, dental insurance, Give As You Earn
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Artistic background

• Office based in Manchester, UK (hybrid working)

Light & Wonder are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all walks of life regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Please note, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time. If you require visa sponsorship now or in the future we will not be able to progress with your application.

This job description should not be interpreted as all‑inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job‑related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.