Brawler Designer

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior 2D Character Artist to join our team at Supercell in Helsinki. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and innovative game development company that has released six games globally.

In this key position, you will work closely with the Art Director and other artists to create standout character designs for Brawlers. Your primary focus will be on exploring and designing characters through turnarounds, color explorations, dynamic posing, and all necessary visual documentation to guide internal teams and external partners.

You will maintain consistency and quality across character art by providing constructive feedback on various assets, including key art, community illustrations, marketing visuals, and other art-related content.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in character design, including acting, posing, expression sheets, and color exploration. Proficiency in creating stylized/cartoon character designs, with a deep understanding of design language and appeal in a stylized context, is also essential.

1. Collaborate closely with the Art Director to create unique and engaging character designs.
2. Work with the development team to ensure character concepts are feasible and aligned with game mechanics and player experience.
3. Maintain high-quality standards across character art by providing constructive feedback on various assets.
4. Manage concept art workflows to meet production timelines and milestones, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders as needed.

1. Proven experience working on games, particularly live games, with a focus on creating playable characters.
2. Strong expertise in character design, including acting, posing, expression sheets, and color exploration.
3. Proficiency in creating stylized/cartoon character designs, with a deep understanding of design language and appeal in a stylized context.
4. Ability to generate unique and engaging ideas that align with the core game concept while respecting established lore and creative direction.
5. Collaborative mindset, with the ability to give and receive constructive feedback, fostering a positive and creative work environment.
6. Strong communication and documentation skills to ensure clarity and alignment across teams and external collaborators.