Games Artist (Unity)

1PXL Games seeks a seasonal artist to join our team. We are a group of idealists who love what we do and are committed to showing how a small company can make a big impact. We build great games, and help others do the same, working with partners, educators, and communities. Our experience shines when tackling ambitious deadlines, new technology, and unique applications.
Our mission: harness the power of games to educate, transform, and change minds.

Responsibilities:
Create high-quality 2D game art assets (characters, environments, UI)
Translate design specs into clean, production-ready assets
Work within Unity to implement and refine visual elements
Collaborate with designers and engineers to improve player experience
Iterate on assets based on feedback to ensure polish and consistency

Required:
Strong 2D art skills
Experience working in Unity
Ability to match established brand styles and work across multiple art styles
Experience creating stylized art (especially for kids’ audiences)
Experience contributing to one or more team-based projects
Strong attention to detail, creativity, and problem-solving skills
Clear communication and ability to take direction and feedback
Initiative, adaptability, and strong visual design sensibilities
Passion for meaningful games and social impact
Interest in making games for kids and other underserved audiences
Ability to work onsite in Troy, NY (remote considered in limited cases)

Bonus:
Experience with 2D animation (e.g., frame-by-frame, rigged, or Unity animation tools)
Experience using Spine
Experience with 3D modeling or animation
Experience with UI/UX design for games
Meaningful responsibility in a small team or business
Bilingual or cross-cultural experience

We are located in historic Troy, a city in upstate NY. This role is primarily onsite; remote may be considered for exceptional candidates. Conveniently located between Boston, New York and Montreal we enjoy a beautiful range of seasons and access to nature trails as well as city amenities.

Contact:
1PXL Games
24 4th Street, Troy, NY
[email protected]

www.1pxl.games