Senior Advanced Game Artist - 2D & Animation Specialist

About Company

Light & Wonder is a global leader in game experiences. We create content, hardware and systems that connect iconic titles across any place or channel. By turning games into expansive entertainment, we keep thrilling players with characters and stories they can’t get enough of.

Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary business segments, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,500+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more visit www.lnw.com. 

We are committed to offering very competitive benefits that are aligned with our values and inspire employees to drive innovation and contribute to the organization’s performance. Employees are the most valued resource, and we always look to improve their well-being with a wide range of benefits befitting every individual. Not limited to monetary benefits, we have robust learning and development opportunities that help them to grow professionally.

Our Values

• Dare to be bold: We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.

• Celebrate perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways

• Never settle: We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.

• Uphold integrity: We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.

• Win as a team: We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.

Advanced Game Artist

• Job Location:    Commerzone IT Tech Park, Yerwada - Pune.

• Required Experience: 7 - 10 Years

Job Description

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly capable and forward-thinking Advance Game Artist who can contribute across multiple areas of game art production, including asset creation, animation, and AI-assisted workflows. This role is critical in strengthening our production pipeline and improving overall team efficiency.

The ideal candidate will be a strong all-rounder who not only delivers high-quality work but also brings structured thinking, problem-solving ability, and a proactive mindset. They should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, supporting the team, and driving improvements in how art is created, optimized, and delivered.

This role will act as a bridge between senior leadership and the production team, ensuring quality, consistency, and continuous improvement in both creative output and production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 2D game assets including symbols, UI, backgrounds, and feature elements

• Develop engaging animations for symbols and game features

• Use AI tools for concept generation and asset iteration

• Improve and follow production pipelines and workflows

• Solve creative and technical challenges during production

• Mentor junior team members and provide constructive feedback

• Collaborate with designers, developers, and producers

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong experience in 2D game art and animation (Spine preferred)

• Good knowledge of Photoshop, After Effects, and art workflows

• Understanding of game art pipelines and optimisation

• Exposure to AI-assisted art tools

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Good communication and teamwork

Experience

• 7-10 years of experience in game art production

• Portfolio demonstrating both asset creation and animation

Good to Have

• 3D assets creation knowledge

• Knowledge of VFX or particle effects

• Basic understanding of integration or game engines

What We Are Looking For

• Strong all-rounder with multi-skill ability

• Ownership mindset and proactive approach

• Ability to mentor and support the team

• Interest in improving workflows and efficiency

• Balance between creativity and practical execution

Mode Of Interview: (Participation in at least 1 face-to-face discussion is mandatory)

• First Technical Interview

• Offline Assessment

• Second Technical Interview

• Director Interview (In Person)

• HR Discussion