Visual and Motion Designer / Marketing Designer (Contract )

Who We Are

Founded in 2024, Ares Interactive is a privately held company built by a group of experienced leaders and veterans from some of the most respected organizations in interactive entertainment. Our team brings deep expertise across game development, publishing, and live operations, and shares a commitment to building exceptional player experiences.

We are growing and looking for talented individuals who want to help shape the future of our company. We believe great people are our most important asset. We work with passion and purpose, while supporting one another with professionalism and respect, creating an environment where everyone can do their best work.

About the role

Ares Interactive, the parent company of Berlin-based mobile gaming studio Swift Games, is seeking an Visual & Motion Designer (Contractor) to support marketing and creative production across our portfolio of games. Swift Games, recently acquired by Ares, continues to operate as an integral development studio within the group.

You will be responsible for creating a wide range of compelling visual assets, from thumb-stopping video ads to polished app store graphics. The ideal candidate has a sharp eye for design, mastery of After Effects and Photoshop, and is excited to leverage AI to boost efficiency and creativity.

What you'll do

• Design and edit high-impact, thumb-stopping video ads for social media, ad networks, and other marketing channels.
• Create a variety of marketing assets for our mobile games, including marketing statistics and App Store Optimization (ASO) graphics.
• Work closely with the Creative Manager to translate performance data and UA feedback into actionable creative concepts.
• Design all assets with their purpose in mind, focusing on clarity, contrast, and user engagement to maximize impact.
• Embrace and explore AI tools to accelerate production workflows and innovate on creative ideation.

Requirements & Background

• A strong portfolio showcasing your experience in video editing and static design, preferably for mobile apps or games.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Photoshop.
• A solid understanding of design fundamentals, especially color theory, contrast, and composition.
• Experience creating marketing assets specifically for the mobile gaming/app ecosystem (ASO, video ads, statics).
• Experience building and utilizing AI-integrated workflows.

Nice to Have

• 3D skills using software like Blender or Maya.
• Experience with Unity for recording gameplay.

Does this sound like a fit? Apply today!

Ares Interactive is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.