Job Description

At Kwalee, we foster an environment where creativity and collaboration come together. Specialising in both the development and publishing of casual and hybrid casual games, we also bring our creative touch to publishing PC & Console titles, ensuring a diverse and exciting gaming portfolio.
By joining our talented team in Bangalore, you'll be part of a space where ideas flow freely, innovation flourishes, and team spirit stays strong. We've found that when we're all together, great things happen. With over 1 billion players already reached, your work will contribute to our shared mission of making the most fun games for the world's players.
Join the team!
As we continue to grow, we are now looking for a Senior Illustrator to join our Creative Marketing team.
As a Senior Illustrator, you will create high-quality marketing and ASO illustrations that elevate Kwalee's visual identity and the impact of our game marketing. You will also mentor and guide junior and mid-level illustrators, combining strong artistic fundamentals, creative thinking, and AI integration to deliver compelling visual storytelling for campaigns.
This is a permanent role based in our Bangalore studio, where our daily in-office collaboration fuels creativity and innovation.
Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation of visually striking illustrations for marketing campaigns, ASO assets, and in-game materials.
• Supervise and mentor junior and mid-level illustrators, fostering growth, productivity, and consistency.
• Collaborate with Motion, Product, and Performance Marketing teams to align visuals with campaign goals.
• Translate creative briefs into impactful visual concepts with strong storytelling and composition.
• Integrate AI-powered tools and automation workflows to enhance creative efficiency and innovation.
• Conduct regular creative reviews and provide structured feedback to maintain artistic excellence.
• Research art trends, styles, and competitor marketing strategies to inform and improve outputs.
• Ensure timely delivery of illustration assets while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Manage the team's workload and maintain organised asset libraries for future use.
• Support the Lead Illustrator with operational planning, reviews, and team coordination.

Requirements:

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong foundation in anatomy, perspective, composition, and colour theory.
• Proven experience in game marketing and ASO asset creation.
• Strong sketching and storytelling skills from ideation to final artwork.
• Familiarity with AI tools and their integration into the creative process.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and feedback skills.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and guiding other artists effectively.
• High attention to detail, creativity, and adaptability under tight deadlines.
• Based in our Bangalore office with 5 days per week on site.

Why Kwalee?
We believe in more than just a job-we're committed to helping you thrive with a fantastic work-life balance and a range of great benefits!
With group health insurance and 20 annual leave days, you'll have plenty of time to recharge. Stay energised throughout the day with unlimited snacks and drinks, and enjoy access to a discounted premium gym membership to keep you feeling your best.
You'll work with cutting-edge equipment in an environment designed for your success, with clear career progression and endless opportunities for growth. To keep things lively, we host seasonal events, regular townhalls, and share exclusive Kwalee merch-making sure there's always something exciting to look forward to!
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Kwalee, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, where we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving creativity. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
Our culture is built on celebrating the diverse voices of our team members, fueling innovation and strengthening our connection to our players. We are dedicated to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of life, including age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
We recognise the importance of self-development, career progression, and well-being in retaining our talented team. At Kwalee, we celebrate individuality and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.

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