Job Description
Are you a visionary artist ready to define the visual language of world-class brands? PixelCanvas Studios is seeking a highly skilled Lead Digital Illustrator to join our creative headquarters in Brooklyn. In this role, you will bridge the gap between conceptual storytelling and high-fidelity digital art, working on diverse projects ranging from immersive UI assets to high-impact marketing campaigns.
We are looking for someone who balances technical precision with a unique, emotive artistic style. If you live for clean lines, complex color theory, and pushing the boundaries of digital illustration, we want to hear from you.
Responsibility
- Develop original, high-quality illustrations for digital and print media.
- Translate complex marketing concepts into compelling visual narratives.
- Collaborate with the UX/UI team to create bespoke iconography and digital assets.
- Maintain and evolve our internal brand illustration library and style guides.
- Provide mentorship and artistic direction to junior designers and freelance contributors.
- Optimize artwork for multiple platforms including mobile, web, and large-format displays.
- Manage multiple project timelines to ensure on-time delivery without compromising creative integrity.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Illustration, Fine Arts, or a related design field.
- 5+ years of professional experience as a digital illustrator, ideally in an agency environment.
- An exceptional portfolio showcasing strong draftsmanship and a versatile art style.
- Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator) and Procreate.
- Deep understanding of composition, color theory, typography, and visual hierarchy.
- Ability to interpret creative briefs and iterate quickly based on constructive feedback.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate design choices to non-creative stakeholders.