2D Artist - Fixed cover
Relax Gaming · Malmö, SE ·
- Employment
- Contract
- Category
- Creative
Do you love games and understand what turns a good game into a great one? And are you excited by the opportunity to use your creativity and expertise to shape memorable player experiences?
At Relax Gaming, we aim high. Our ambition is to create outstanding slot games that capture players’ attention and keep them engaged. We are now looking for a talented and imaginative 2D Artist who can help bring our ideas to life.
This is a fixed-term parental leave cover, ideally starting in January 2027.
About the role
As a Game Artist, you will create impactful artwork for our games, including characters, environments, and visual game elements that stand out and capture the player’s attention.
You will work closely with Art Directors, Game Producers, Animators, and Game Developers as part of a dedicated game development team. The environment is creative, collaborative, and fast-moving, with several projects running simultaneously.
This means you will have the opportunity to:
Work across a wide variety of projects and visual styles
Contribute to both new and established IPs
Develop concepts from early ideas through to final implementation
Influence the visual direction and overall player experience
Collaborate closely with experienced colleagues across multiple disciplines
What we’re looking for
You have a strong understanding of:
Shape, form, and visual storytelling
Colour theory and composition
Perspective, proportion, and scale
Concept development and design iteration
Creating detailed 2D and/or 3D artwork ready for implementation in a game
You can explore and iterate on ideas quickly while maintaining a high level of quality in your final work.
We are particularly interested in artists with a strong portfolio demonstrating:
Concept art skills
Illustration across a variety of art styles
Game asset creation
Character and environment design
Highly detailed final renders
Most importantly, you bring creativity, curiosity, and a genuine passion for making great games.
Responsibilities
Producing concept art in a variety of art styles in the early stages of development
Create mood boards that can explain art styles and intentions behind your designs
Create mock-ups and reference materials that game developers can use as a goal when implementing designs
Create art assets, while keeping consistent visual language for a wide range of art styles
Produce highly detailed 2D/3D artwork for implementation in the game
Actively participate in collaboration with the studio’s art team
Participate in game progress reviews and give/take feedback about the designs and implementation process
Improve processes and best practices
Learn about the online gaming industry and stay up to date on current trends and what is popular with players
Required skills and background
You have completed education, or have equivalent work experience, in visual arts
Excellent knowledge of lighting, perspective, and composition
Strong drawing and illustration skills, ability to visualize and design from abstract ideas
Excellent knowledge of game art asset creation, preparing deliverables for animation and in-game implementation
Skilled using industry-standard digital software, such as Photoshop, Maya, Blender
Eye for quality and detail
Ability to present ideas and to receive/address constructive feedback, a positive team player who gladly speaks their mind
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills, self-driven, ongoing professional development, willingness to learn
This will make us extra excited to hear from you
It's very desirable to have skills and knowledge from game art development.
Passionate about games, with an interest in gameplay mechanics
Interest in advanced trends in digital art
Strong 3D-rendering skills
Apply with
A cover letter about yourself and why you’re interested in the role
Your CV
A portfolio showcasing your previous work, relevant experience, and range of artistic styles
Why join us?
You will join a team of experienced game enthusiasts who care deeply about quality, creativity, and collaboration. You will have the freedom to explore different visual styles, contribute your ideas, and see your work become part of games enjoyed by players around the world.
Life at Relax
Are you ready to join a creative, forward-thinking team shaping the future of iGaming? At Relax, we value curiosity, diversity, and the courage to challenge limits. With 350+ colleagues across 10+ locations, we combine stability with constant evolution, driven by passion and teamwork. Relax offers an environment where you can grow, learn, and make a real impact. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our success stems from the talent and dedication of our people. If you’re motivated by quality, results, and meaningful connections, you’ll fit right in. No matter where you’re based, you’ll find the same supportive, respectful, and ambitious spirit that defines Relax Gaming.
Life at Relax in Malmö
Located in the heart of the city, just a few steps from Lilla Torg, our (two-floor + terrace) Malmö office is more than just a workplace. Here, you’ll find a diverse, vibrant, family-like community. There is a vibe in the office that is always upbeat. Our modern space blends Scandinavian comfort with a fast-paced, international mindset. With excellent transport connections and all the best the city has to offer right outside the door, it's the perfect base for doing great work and enjoying life while you do it. Come for the innovation, stay for the people.
About Relax Gaming
Relax Gaming Group was founded in 2010 with the goal of simplifying B2B content delivery for the modern iGaming landscape. With business simplicity and collaboration central to its ethos. Via a quick one-time integration, Relax Gaming now provides access to a roster of 4,000+ casino games to 1,000+ operator brands with a diverse range of proprietary products, including Poker, Bingo, and it's own extensive slot portfolio. High-quality aggregated content from multiple partner studios is provided through its selected Silver Bullet (commercially represented) and Powered By Relax (commercially independent) partners.