Art Director job at Playrix, Remote, 2026

Job Overview

• Company: Playrix
• Role Title: Art Director
• Projects: Flagship Casual / Match-3 Titles
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Work Format: Remote or Relocation (Excluding Russia / Belarus)
• Language Requirement: Fluent in Russian & Proficient in Written English
• Seniority Level: Leadership / Executive (5+ Years Experience)

Playrix, a global powerhouse in mobile gaming and the top-ranked publisher in Europe, is seeking a visionary Art Director to lead our flagship projects. With a staggering 2.3 billion installs and 30 million daily active players, our titles are played by a third of the world’s population. This is a high-impact opportunity to steer the visual destiny of a product with a multi-million audience.

As Art Director, you will be the guardian of the project’s aesthetic soul. Working hand-in-hand with our project producers, you will make strategic decisions that push the boundaries of casual game graphics, rethink legacy pipelines, and mentor a world-class team of creative specialists.

Compensation & Executive Benefits

Playrix offers an industry-leading compensation package designed to attract top-tier creative leaders. Our benefits focus on total well-being, professional autonomy, and relocation support.

The Role: Visionary Leadership

In this position, you are more than just a manager; you are a strategic partner to the project producer. You will undertake the “Great Quest” of evolving a global brand’s visual identity while ensuring that every asset—from a tiny UI button to a major character—meets the Playrix gold standard.

Detailed Responsibilities

1. Artistic Strategy & Visual Development

• Ownership of Quality: Assume full responsibility for the project’s graphic quality, ensuring a cohesive and premium look across all platforms.

• Conceptual Innovation: Collaborate with producers on complex tasks, such as finding new visual solutions and developing concepts for future gameplay layers.

• Artistic “Eye”: Maintain a trained eye for isometry, shapes, and volumes, providing expert-level feedback on rendering and character design.

2. Team Leadership & People Growth

• Mentorship: Participate in the evaluation and professional development of art specialists, identifying high-potential talent within the team.

• Team Assessment: Provide constructive, high-level feedback to artists, helping them bridge the gap between “good” and “world-class.”

• Recruitment Support: Help shape the future of the art department by participating in the hiring and vetting of senior art talent.

3. Pipeline & Process Optimization

• Workflow Efficiency: Participate in the formation and refinement of efficient processes within the art team to ensure speed without compromising quality.

• Adaptability: Implement and adapt effective production pipelines to meet the shifting needs of a live-service flagship project.

• Trend Analysis: Keep a pulse on the global mobile game market, integrating modern graphic trends into the project where appropriate.

Requirements: The Director’s DNA

We are looking for a creative Art Director who understands that in the world of mobile games, art is not just aesthetic—it is a core driver of player retention and product success.

• Professional Experience: 5+ years in game development, specifically within the mobile sector. Experience with high-traffic match-3 or casual projects is strongly preferred.

• Technical Mastery: A solid casual 2D art portfolio is mandatory. You must demonstrate a high level of rendering, character design, and experience with complex illustrations.

• Product Vision: A strong understanding of how game graphics influence product metrics and how to balance artistic quality with production constraints.

• Constructive Feedback: Ability to spot subtle issues in graphics and provide actionable, respectful feedback that inspires rather than discourages.

• Market Knowledge: Deep knowledge of the global mobile market and the evolving trends in casual game art.

• Language Proficiency: You must be fluent in Russian for internal collaboration and proficient in written English for global documentation.

Our Culture & Perks

1. Work Anywhere: For most roles, we offer a truly flexible schedule. We don’t track your hours; we evaluate your results.

2. AI-Driven Future: Playrix is a leader in integrating neural networks and AI pipelines into game development. You will have access to the most advanced tools in the industry.

3. Playrix Merch & Events: Earn internal currency for significant dates and events, redeemable at our custom merch store. We hold regular team-building meetups, hackathons, and legendary corporate parties.

4. Professional Freedom: You can grow as an expert visionary or move into team management—we provide the support for whichever path you choose.

Summary Checklist for Applicants

Application Instructions

Playrix is a place where your opinion matters. We expect our Art Directors to be full partners in the development process.

To apply, please provide:

1. A Comprehensive Portfolio: Showcasing your 2D casual art and any leadership projects.

2. Leadership Summary: A brief overview of how you have previously built or adapted art processes for a team.

3. Relocation Preference: Indicate if you are seeking remote work or relocation to a Playrix hub.

Final Thoughts

Being an Art Director at Playrix means shaping the dreams of millions. If you have the “trained eye” of an artist and the strategic mind of a leader, we invite you to help us take Gardenscapes and our other flagship titles to the next visual level.