🎨 Kokku Hiring – 2D Artist

Kokku is one of the most prominent game development studios in Brazil, known for its commitment to technical excellence and artistic innovation. We are currently seeking a talented and versatile 2D Artist to join our team. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the visual development of high-profile game projects, creating character concepts and assets that define the narrative and gameplay experience.

Working under the guidance of our Art Director, you will help shape the aesthetic direction of our titles, moving seamlessly between realistic and stylized art styles. This is a unique opportunity for an artist with a strong foundational skill set to collaborate with a talented team, push the boundaries of visual quality, and contribute to the growth of a world-class game development studio.

Job Summary Details

Key Responsibilities

• Creative Execution: Develop high-quality character concepts and 2D assets that align with the game’s narrative, design requirements, and overarching technical specifications.
• Artistic Vision: Collaborate closely with the Art Director to ensure all creative output adheres to the project’s specific aesthetic goals, whether realistic or stylized.
• Quality Benchmarking: Actively contribute to setting and maintaining benchmarks for both visual and technical quality, ensuring that work is optimized for performance without sacrificing artistry.
• Pipeline Flexibility: Demonstrate the ability to adapt to diverse art styles and varied production pipelines, maintaining consistent visual quality across all tasks.
• Team Collaboration: Partner with fellow artists and leads to identify opportunities to enhance the team’s overall workflow, quality, and creative efficiency.
• Leadership by Example: Serve as a mentor and role model for peers, consistently demonstrating high standards of work ethic, technical skill, and artistic integrity.

Requirements

• Versatile Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating a mastery of 2D art, with a specific focus on character design. Must show the ability to work in multiple styles, from grounded realism to expressive stylization.
• Technical Proficiency: A deep understanding of digital painting techniques, composition, color theory, and character anatomy.
• Production Mindset: Experience working within game development pipelines is highly valued. You understand the necessity of optimizing assets for technical integration.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills. You should be comfortable receiving feedback from leads and Art Directors and translating that feedback into refined visual assets.
• Professionalism: Strong time-management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to thrive in a remote, collaborative work environment.

Why Join Kokku?

At Kokku, we empower our artists to grow, innovate, and contribute to some of the industry’s most exciting projects.

• Impact: Your designs will directly influence the world-building and player experience of our upcoming game titles.
• Growth: We provide a collaborative, feedback-rich environment where your artistic voice is heard and valued.
• Professional Development: Work alongside industry veterans and gain exposure to advanced game production workflows.
• Remote Culture: Join a studio that values autonomy and provides the infrastructure for you to excel, regardless of your physical location in Brazil.

How to Apply

Ready to bring your creativity to Kokku?

1. Portfolio Submission: Please include a link to your online portfolio. We are particularly interested in seeing character design sheets, concepts, and your process for style adaptation.
2. Application: Submit your CV and portfolio link through our official careers page.
3. Cover Letter: Include a brief cover letter highlighting your experience with game production pipelines and your interest in Kokku.

Kokku is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our artists.

Are you currently working in a remote-first game development studio, and would you like to discuss how your specific art style experience fits into our upcoming production pipeline?