2D Art Director

Job Description

Devoted Studios is a production management company for external development in video games. With a mission to create equal opportunity for all talent globally to work on the games of their dreams, Devoted Studios aims to decentralize game development. We partner with 1400+ programmers, artists, and designers, from freelancers to small studios, all over the world, and not only match them to project opportunities but manage the production from A-Z.

🚀 Join Devoted Studios as an 2D Art Director! 🚀

We are on the lookout for a passionate and dynamic 2D Art Director to join our talented team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in creative environments, enjoys leading artistic vision, and is eager to make a significant impact on high-profile projects. If you're ready to collaborate with global teams, inspire artists, and deliver visually stunning results, we want to hear from you!

This is a remote, full-time contracted position. Please provide your resume in English.
We're open to candidates from Canada, Latin America, or in Europe.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the art team, fostering creativity and excellence.
• Ensure the highest quality of art assets, aligning with client and project guidelines.
• Review and polish artwork, providing constructive feedback to elevate the final product.
• Develop clear guidelines, technical requirements, and pitch materials to streamline workflows.
• Collaborate with producers, clients, and vendors to ensure timely, on-budget delivery.
• Evaluate talent, design skill assessments, and align artists with projects that fit their strengths.
• Optimize processes and workflows to drive efficiency and innovation across projects.

Requirements

• 6+ years in game art with experience leading a team.

• Previous Art Director or Creative Director experience is a strong plus.
• Shipped 2-3 AAA games (or equivalent high-profile projects) from concept to launch.
• Diverse portfolio showcasing expertise in 2D art, with proficiency in Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator.
• Deep understanding of art production pipelines and technical constraints.
• Detail-oriented, results-driven problem solver with a proactive mindset.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to foster collaboration and resolve conflicts.
• Committed to staying updated on industry trends and adopting new tools/techniques.
• Team-focused approach with an emphasis on transparency, mentorship, and support.

Benefits

Why Join Us?

We offer:

• Competitive salary in USD with paid vacation and personal days to support your well-being.
• Flexible remote work – set your own schedule and maintain work-life balance.
• Exciting projects – work on high-profile international game production tasks alongside industry leaders.
• A supportive team – collaborate with passionate professionals, share knowledge, and grow your skills.

• Professional growth opportunities – advance your career with access to global projects and innovative challenges.
  
  This is a remote, full-time contracted position.
  

We provide equal opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all individuals and we encourage diverse candidates to apply.