Art Director & Founding Creative Lead

Co-Lab Games
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February 2, 2026
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The Vision

We are building the next evolution of gaming—a platform designed to bridge the gap between players, creators, and community. We aren't just building a store or a launcher; we are crafting a digital destination.

As a bootstrapped startup, we are moving fast and prioritizing soul over corporate polish. We are looking for a visionary Art Director to join us as a core founding member. This is a role for someone who views a user interface not just as a series of buttons, but as a digital environment.

 

The Opportunity (Sweat Equity)

This is a high-upside, founding-team role for a creative leader who wants to own the entire visual identity of a tech startup from day one.

  • Phase 1 (Founding Period): Part-time (10–15 hours/week). Focus on branding, spatial UI/UX conceptualization, and "pitch-ready" visual assets.
  • Phase 2 (Post-Funding): Transition to a full-time, salaried executive role (CDO or VP of Design) with a competitive package and expanded equity.

 

The "Spatial" Edge

Unlike traditional platforms, our vision is deeply rooted in environmental design. We are specifically looking for a candidate who can blend digital product design with the principles of Architecture and Interior Design. You don't just design menus; you design the "room" the user sits in.

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Define the DNA: Establish the visual language of the platform, blending high-end architectural aesthetics with cutting-edge gaming UI.
  • World-Building: Design the "spatial" elements of the platform—utilizing your understanding of scale, lighting, materials, and flow to create a virtual hub that feels like a premium destination.
  • Founding Brand Identity: Create everything from the core logo and typography to the textures and "materials" used across our digital environments.
  • Pitch & Storyboard: Develop high-fidelity mockups and concept art that communicate our unique spatial vision to investors and early adopters.
  • Product Evolution: Work alongside technical founders to ensure that 3D environments remain performant, intuitive, and visually stunning.

 

Who You Are

  • The Hybrid Designer: You have a background (or a deep, practiced passion) in Architecture or Interior Design, but you’ve applied those skills to digital or game environments.
  • Material Obsessed: You understand how lighting hits a surface and how different "interior" vibes—from brutalist industrial to cozy mid-century—can evoke specific emotions in a user.
  • Startup Mindset: You are comfortable with the "sweat equity" model. You understand that in a bootstrapped environment, we trade immediate salary for significant ownership, creative autonomy, and the chance to build a legacy.
  • Tool Agnostic: You are proficient in Figma/Adobe Suite for 2D/UI work, and you have experience with 3D modelling or visualization tools (Blender, Unreal Engine, Rhino, etc.) to bring spatial concepts to life.

 

Remuneration & Commitment

  • Compensation: Founder-level Sweat Equity / Stock Options (Negotiable based on experience and contribution).
  • Status: Part-time/Contract during the initial build and fundraising phase.
  • Location: Remote-first.

 

Why Join Us?

Most "Art Director" roles are about maintaining someone else's brand guidelines. Here, the canvas is blank. You will have a seat at the table for every major decision, and your architectural vision will define how millions of gamers experience their favourite hobby.

Note: This is a partnership, not just a job. We are looking for a co-founder who believes that the future of the internet is spatial, social, and beautifully designed.

 

How to Apply

Please use the button below to send us an email - be sure to include your CV and links to your portfolio.

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