Game Artist - 2 Month Contract (New Game)

Location: London, King's Cross, or remote within the UK
Contract: 2 months
Studio working pattern: Hybrid preferred, 3 days in the studio and 2 days remote

At Trailmix, our players are the very reason we exist and our mission is to create delightful spaces where millions of people can flourish. Our hit game Love & Pies, launched in September 2021, has resonated with millions worldwide and we build free-to-play mobile games that are snackable yet filled with heart, humour, and stories that stick.

We're a focused and highly collaborative team with a big creative spirit. We believe the best games are made when the people behind them feel inspired, supported, and proud of the work they do.

That's why our values sit at the heart of how we work, shaping every decision and creative choice we make.

Trailmix Values

• We win as one: Success is shared, and collaboration fuels everything we do because great games are never built solo.
• We are resilient by nature: We adapt and rise stronger each time because every challenge is a chance to evolve.
• We are powered by our players: Every choice begins with them because when our players thrive, so do we.
• We are kind and direct: We speak with honesty and care because clarity and compassion build the trust that makes us better.
• We stay curious and grow: We ask, explore, and learn because curiosity keeps our creativity alive.
• We decide boldly and own fully: We move with courage and conviction because great ideas only matter when we stand behind them.

Our values are what set Trailmix apart: they guide us in crafting games that are joyful, authentic, and player-first. We've created a workplace where both people and players feel seen, supported, and inspired. If you're excited by meaningful creativity, true collaboration, and making games that bring people joy, you'll feel right at home here, too.

The Opportunity

Trailmix is looking for a Game Artist to join our New Games team on a two-month contract, supporting the creation of map and decoration assets for an original casual mobile game.

The main focus of the role will be concepting and creating high-quality, detailed 2D assets for our expanding isometric world. You'll help build out new locations, decorations and map content that support narrative, progression and visual storytelling.

You'll work closely with our art and design team, taking assets from initial concepts and references through to polished final artwork ready for implementation in Unity.

The Day to Day

• Creating polished 2D assets for an isometric game map.
• Concepting, designing and rendering buildings, environments, decorations, props and other world content.
• Developing assets that fit an established visual style and quality bar.
• Taking work from rough concept through to production-ready artwork.
• Preparing assets for implementation in Unity.
• Working closely with the internal art team, responding quickly to feedback and iteration.
• Using AI-assisted tools where appropriate to support ideation and production efficiency.

About You

• Excellent 2D art, concepting and rendering skills.
• Strong Photoshop experience.
• Experience creating environments, decorations or map assets for casual mobile games.
• Strong understanding of isometric perspective and construction.
• The ability to quickly understand and match an established art style.
• Fast, pragmatic production skills and the ability to deliver polished work to deadlines.
• Openness to using AI tools thoughtfully where they can help accelerate the production process.
• Unity experience is a plus.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating environment design, rendering and polished game-ready assets.

You'll be joining a small, collaborative team during a busy period of production, so we're looking for someone who can get up to speed quickly, work independently and produce high-quality work from day one.

Please apply with your portfolio, availability, and day rate.

At Trailmix, we care as much about how you work as what you deliver. We believe that when people feel safe, inspired, and proud of what they do, that passion flows directly into our games and ultimately our players feel it.

That means we're looking for someone who:

• Builds impact through collaboration: You know the best work comes from shared perspectives and collective wins.
• Grows stronger through challenges: You adapt, stay positive, and help others find a way forward when things get messy.
• Keeps players at the heart of decisions: You design, create, and problem-solve with empathy, knowing players are our why.
• Communicates with clarity and care: You give feedback that builds trust, and you listen openly so ideas can flourish.
• Stays curious and lifts others up: You experiment, learn quickly, and share your discoveries generously, raising the bar for the whole team.
• Moves with courage and ownership: You make bold calls when it matters, and you stand by them with accountability.

Our Inclusive Culture

Trailmix was founded to make a positive impact on our players, our community, and our colleagues. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can flourish and feel seen.

We believe it's vital that players see themselves represented in the games they play; and in Love & Pies, we celebrate the beautiful diversity of life. The stories, characters, and relationships in our games reflect the people we are and the people we love.

We're always excited to welcome more people who share our passion for designing games that truly include everyone.

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