Team Name:

Hearthstone

Job Title:

2D Artist- Hearthstone

Requisition ID:

R017370

Job Description:

Pull up a chair and join us by the hearth! The Hearthstone team is looking for a 2D Artist to work on new and exciting content for our players. The focus for this position will be on providing the art needed to help realize the vision for the game from concept to in-game models. Responsibilities include creating of concepts that support / further the vision of the game, painting textures for use on in-game assets and working to provide a consistent aesthetic for the art team. The ideal candidate has a firm grasp of composition, color, painting, and visual design.

We value diverse voices and varied backgrounds, and we're looking for individuals to help us build fun, compelling, and inclusive gameplay, and experiences for Hearthstone. Previous Hearthstone gameplay is not a requirement to apply for this role, however it is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Paint charming and colorful textures that parallel the 2D, hand-painted illustrative art in Hearthstone

• Craft fun and inviting Art for use throughout the game in the fun/whimsical style that is synonymous with Hearthstone

• Create 2D concepts and engaging new content

• Work closely with the rest of the art team to maintain a consistent aesthetic across game assets

• Be able to own the process from initial sketch to finished in-game asset for new elements while working within a small strike team

• Help take the iconic visuals of Hearthstone to the next level

Requirements

• Strong understanding of Blizzard’s visual style and the vision to take it in new and exciting directions

• Experience creating charming and lighthearted imagery

• The ability to thrive in an iterative environment built on giving and receiving constructive & practical feedback

Pluses

• Comfortable with the Unity engine

• Good foundation in the traditional arts including, but not limited to painting, sculpture, figure drawing, and illustration

• Previous experience in VFX or animation

Submission / Portfolio requirements

• Resume required

• Portfolio and / or reel demonstrating relevant artistic skills required

• Only online artwork submissions will be accepted (e.g. website, blog or online album).

• Must be willing to complete an art test if requested to do so

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification in the job posting. At Activision Blizzard we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, so we strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t believe you meet every single qualification outlined. We also do our best to ensure all applications received are responded to.

Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $29.81 - $55.14 Hourly. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.