2D Generalist

Optillusion Games
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Posted
February 25, 2026
Full Time
Orange County, CA
On-site

We are looking for a versatile and detail-oriented 2D Generalist to join our creative team. The ideal candidate possesses a rock-solid foundation in traditional art principles—specifically perspective and technical drawing—and has the "chameleon" ability to adapt to various art styles. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where clear communication and creative problem-solving are key.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Concept & Asset Creation: Design and render high-quality 2D concept and in-game assets (props, environments, and creatures) that adhere to the project’s style guide.
  • Style Matching: Quickly analyze and replicate established art styles to ensure visual consistency across the entire game.
  • Technical Drawing: Apply strong perspective and construction skills to create believable designs, from architectural elements to complex machinery.
  • Graphic Design: Utilize a keen eye for layout, typography, and color theory to support the visual identity of the project.
  • UI/UX Design: An understanding of user interface logic and creating functional, aesthetic UI elements.

 

Requirements

  • Core Fundamentals: Exceptional understanding of art principles, including lighting, composition, color theory, and perspective/technical drawing.
  • Software Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, or equivalent.
  • Style Versatility: A diverse portfolio demonstrating the ability to work across different aesthetic styles (e.g., flat design, painterly, or stylized illustration).
  • Pace & Pipeline: Proven ability to deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to articulate creative choices and receive constructive feedback.
  • Experience: 1–2 years of experience in game development or a related creative industry.

 

Nice to Have (Bonus Skills)

  • Motion & Animation: Experience with Frame-by-Frame animation or Motion Graphics.
  • Software Suite: Familiarity with Adobe After Effects and Illustrator.
  • Unity Experience: Familiarity with Unity engine and in-game VFX.
About
Optillusion Games

Founded in 2019, Optillusion Games is a studio dedicated to exploring the limitless possibilities of gaming. Building on the success of our first title, Moncage, we recently launched While Waiting. Our team is passionate about experimenting with fresh, innovative ideas, and we are now exploring multiplayer games and AI-native games to bring new horizons to the industry.

While Waiting is a transformative adventure exploring the art of waiting. Clear the game by doing nothing, but discover the power of acceptance and patience in numerous situations from birth to death. Learn to embrace life as you wait.

Moncage is a unique puzzle adventure game where you explore a fascinating world trapped inside a mysterious cube. With each face displaying a unique scene, you’ll have to leverage the illusions and discover the hidden links to solve the puzzle.

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