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Volunteer Lead 2D Artist – Unannounced PC Game

Gamecrafters' Collective
Department:Illustration
Type:REMOTE
Region:UK
Location:United Kingdom
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Salary:Not specified
Skills:
2D ARTILLUSTRATIONCONCEPT ARTCHARACTER DESIGNGAME UIART STYLE DEFINITIONTEAM LEADERSHIP
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Job Description

Posted on: January 17, 2026

🎨 Are you a 2D artist with a flair for defining art styles? Want to help shape the look of a fantasy detective game?

We’re looking for a Lead 2D Artist to join the team behind an in-development PC game that has just finished its prototyping phase and is starting work on a first playable. This project is working with a really exciting and well-established fantasy IP, and we need someone who can take ownership of and define the game’s art style. We’re seeking someone who can define artistic pillars, lead a small art team and work within the IP’s predetermined world.

As part of the Gamecrafters’ Collective, you’ll work with a remote, creative team developing this IP from the ground up. From key art and character design, you’ll play a crucial role in defining the game’s visual identity.

🧠 Who We’re Looking For:

  • A 2D artist with experience in illustration and concept art
  • Someone comfortable working with pre-existing IP
  • Someone who can establish and communicate a strong visual style
  • A great collaborator who can lead a small art team
  • Bonus points for experience in game UI

🎯 What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Creating concept art, character designs, and game-ready assets
  • Shaping the game’s look and feel
  • Working closely with the design team to ensure visuals support gameplay and story
  • Providing guidance and feedback to other contributing artists

🎁 What You Get:

  • 💸 Profit share when the game launches (co-op model)
  • 📚 Portfolio credit on a unique and visually rich project
  • 🧪 Real creative input from day one
  • 🤝 A supportive team of designers, writers and game-makers

This is a volunteer role within a cooperative, profit-sharing indie studio.

If this fantasy detective project sounds like a world you want to help bring to life, drop us a message, we’d love to chat.

2DArtFantasyGames #DetectiveGames #GameArt #GameIllustration #LeadArtist #IndieGames #ArtStyle #VolunteerOpportunity

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