Principal Illusionist

Art Kansas City | Remote

Are you a master of light and shadow? A conjurer of breathtaking vistas, lifelike characters, and immersive realms? At Daemon Games, we are seeking a Principal Illusionist (Principal Game Artist) to help weave the visual magic of our next epic adventure. This is no ordinary art role—we’re looking for a visionary who can shape entire worlds and lead our artistic charge into the unknown.

Responsibilities

  • Sculpt the Vision: Collaborate on the look development of our game, ensuring every pixel, model, and effect resonates with the soul of our shared world.
  • Predict the Prophecy: Collaborate to estimate production costs and timelines, keeping our artistic magic grounded in reality while allowing room for creative flexibility.
  • Forge the Path: Create stunning art assets—from characters and environments to props and visual effects—that breathe life into our world.
  • Harmonize the Craft: Ensure every artistic choice aligns with the game’s overall creative direction, maintaining a cohesive and captivating experience.
  • Grow the Circle: As our needs expand, grow into a leadership role to guide and mentor a team of talented artists.

Requirements

  • A portfolio that could rival the grandest spellbooks—demonstrating expertise in art for games.
  • The wisdom of experience, with a history of contributing to commercially released titles.
  • A deep understanding of artistic disciplines, including modeling, texturing,  and visual effects.
  • The ability to estimate costs and timelines with a steady hand, balancing creativity with pragmatism.
  • A collaborative spirit and strong communication skills—because even the mightiest illusionist cannot weave magic alone.

When you join us, you’ll be joining a small group of passionate people who are creating a great place to dream, build, and play.


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