LiveOps Production Artist

Big Blue Bubble is looking for a LiveOps Production Artist who will be involved in the creation of promotional materials, in-game and player facing design elements, and graphics assets being used in promotions and marketing materials. The LiveOps Production Artist will work closely with the Production and Marketing teams on game projects to assist in the communication of new features, in-game offers, and the promotion of in-game content by creating player facing assets, and promotional graphics.

A candidate for this role will excel by bringing extensive knowledge and experience in design principles and fundamentals paired with a strong sense of aesthetics, and a firm grasp on designing pleasing user experiences.

The successful candidate brings a strong portfolio of work in designing compelling promotional graphics, advertising materials and promotional campaigns, graphics, and pushes themselves to be current and relevant with design trends.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Game Designers, Art Leads and Producers to create in-game promotional content, used to communicate new features, promotions, releases, and other player facing communications by understanding event targets, campaigns, and placement requirements.
• Create high quality, compelling art assets to be used in promotional marketing materials.
• Ensure promotional elements deliver an engaging, appealing, and accurate message across all versions.
• Maintain consistent Interface architecture, file naming, and preparation conventions, procedures and processes.
• Continually hone creative and technical skills, to keep up to date with new technologies and design trends.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of digital art and graphic design experience in the mobile (preferred), PC, or console gaming industry, specifically focused on live operations, UI promotional graphics, or user acquisition/marketing art.
• A firm understanding of the fundamentals of User Interface and User Experience design.
• A strong artistic background, demonstrating an excellent eye for designing compelling interactive media.
• An instinct for what captures players attention inside a game interface, balancing aesthetic quality with clear readability and clear calls to action.
• Proven experience in layout and Typography.
• Expert Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• A portfolio that demonstrates these abilities.

You also have the following attributes:

• Self-directed and self-motivated.
• The ability to design with intent, with a user first focus.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Comfortable working with a team.
• Proficiency in multiple languages is a plus, although not essential.
• Enthusiastic about video games and video game culture.

We know the above list is a lot. You don’t have to fill every single point. We each bring our own respective strengths to the table. Let us know which of the above is you and get in touch with us now to explore the opportunity further!

Big Blue Bubble is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from queer, transgender, Indigenous, BIPOC, d/Deaf and disabled applicants. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments – if you require accommodations at any point in the application or recruitment process please submit them in confidence to [email protected].

What Makes Our Studio Exceptional:

• Flexible hybrid work schedule providing a balance of in-office and remote workdays.
• Inclusive studio culture that fosters strong collaboration and mutual support.
• Smaller-scope projects that provide multifaceted opportunities to build skills and try new things.
• Strong focus on work-life balance with minimal overtime.
• In-office barista and full kitchen hosting daily popcorn, ice cream days, and food events.
• Unique and frequent team-building and social events (Pi Day, Office Olympics, escape rooms, gaming tournaments, movie days, and more).
• On-site entertainment including gaming consoles, an arcade machine, and testing devices.
• Paid game fund to help you continuously expand your industry knowledge.
• Comprehensive benefits package and annual bonuses.
• Paid time off, sick days, wedding leave, and parental leave.
• Dedication to community outreach through events such as Extra Life.
• A variety of internship placements where students quickly see the impact of their work.
• Part of the EG7 global gaming cooperative, comprised of several specialized video game entertainment companies.

Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities:

Big Blue Bubble will never ask an applicant for sensitive information, such as a Social Insurance Number, date of birth, or bank account details during job applications. We will also never request payment during the hiring process or extend an employment offer without first conducting a phone, live video, or in-person interview.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.