2D Artist at Bigger Games (Istanbul, Turkey)
Bigger Games· Istanbul, Turkey·
Role details
Competitive Compensation · Health Insurance With Unlimited Coverage · Relocation Support · Opportunities To Attend Global Conferences
Summary
The 2D Artist creates high-quality art assets for chart-topping games, collaborating with product managers and developers to architect gaming experiences. Responsibilities include designing characters and environments from scratch, researching market trends, and contributing to game design, logic, and UI.
Job description
We're looking for a passionate and creative 2D Artist who will be producing high-quality 2D art assets for our chart-topping games. You will be responsible for creating all art assets utilizing your imagination and visualization skills. As a part of the Bigger team, you will be working closely with our product managers and game developers to architect outstanding gaming experiences that reach millions of players all around the world. If you are a talented game artist who loves games and shares our passion for enjoying and crafting games, come and join us!
ABOUT THIS ROLE
- Create and implement concepts, game assets, characters or environments from scratch
- Collaborate closely with Product Managers and Game Developers to deliver the best gaming experience
- Design and evolve artwork from concept to production
- Research and analyze the market for the concept, art and game feelings
- Work on new technologies to create stunning game art
- Involve and contribute to all aspects of game development including Game Design, Logic, Feelings, Graphics and UI
- Contribute new ideas for game design, features, and projects
YOU COULD BE A GREAT FIT IF:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Arts or relevant fields
- Experienced in visual arts especially in 2D game art
- Strong knowledge of visual editing tools, like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to be able to deliver quality assets
- Great understanding of perspective, lighting, and composition
- Good sense of gameplay experience and special attention to detail
- A perfect team-player with excellent communication skills
- Previous experience in game art is a big plus
- 5+ years of industry experience is a plus
BONUS POINT IF
- You’re familiar with hybrid casual games and actively keep up with the latest trends. If not, now’s a great time to start!
- You’re curious about the gaming industry and eager to learn more.
- You enjoy working in fast-moving, dynamic environments.
BENEFITS
- Be part of a top-tier team, learn from the best, and create games players love.
- Competitive compensation.
- Health insurance with unlimited coverage.
- A beautiful, centrally located office in the heart of Istanbul.
- Opportunities to attend global conferences and stay connected with the industry
- Relocation support to make your move hassle-free if needed.
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Why work at Bigger Games
- Culture: Values include user obsession, excellence, ownership, and honest feedback. The team describes a collaborative, ambitious environment where “we push limits, learn from each other, and grow through feedback.”
- Office & location: Centrally located in Istanbul (Şişli), with a modern office designed for creativity and collaboration. The company also has a small presence in the UK, Singapore, and the US.
- Team events: Regular off-sites (e.g., annual summer retreat in Akyaka), game jams, and industry conferences (EGX 2025).
- Growth opportunities: With a headcount of ~54 and active hiring (4 open roles as of mid-2025), new hires can have outsized impact. Roles include Data Scientist, Senior Game Developer, 2D Game Animator, and Software Engineer, Performance Marketing.
- Remote/hybrid: Not explicitly stated, but the culture appears office-first in Istanbul; some roles may allow flexibility.