iGaming: If it’s iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, It’s all about the games, and our digital team leads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world's most successful online gaming providers. Position Summary We are looking for a Senior Artist to join our Montreal studio. This is a hands-on creative role for a versatile artist who excels in both static and animated game art. You will work closely with developers, designers, and other artists to create high-quality visuals and animations that define the signature look and feel of our games. You will contribute to all visual aspects of our projects, including: Character design, poses, and expressions (realistic or cartoon styles) Environments, backgrounds, matte paintings, and textures UI elements, symbols, logos, and menus Spine-based animations for characters, objects, and effects Promotional assets and motion graphics You’ll be a key creative contributor and a go-to expert for artistic quality and animation. While this role does not involve people management, we are looking for someone who can coach and mentor junior artists, sharing knowledge and elevating the overall quality of the team’s output. This position is part of a new, innovative team at Light & Wonder focused on exploring the creative potential of AI-powered art tools. You’ll be working with cutting-edge platforms like Layer.ai to enhance and accelerate the creative process, helping shape the future of game art production. Qualifications What You Bring 5+ years of experience in 2D game art and animation, with a strong portfolio. Mastery of Adobe Photoshop and Spine (2D skeletal animation). Solid understanding of animation principles and rigging. Ability to create compelling visual concepts in a variety of styles. Strong drawing and sketching skills for ideation and concept development. Experience optimizing assets for online and mobile delivery. Familiarity with Adobe After Effects and Illustrator. Knowledge of game development pipelines and tools. Curiosity, creativity, and a passion for visual storytelling. Bilingual – Comfortable in a French-speaking environment. Familiarity with AI-powered art tools such as Layer.ai. Nice to Have Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine. Familiarity with 3D tools and workflows. Background in casino gaming or interactive entertainment. Additional Information This is a hybrid role based in our Montreal studio. Team members are expected to be in the office on Wednesdays and Thursdays to support collaboration and studio culture. #LI-Hybrid #LI-iGaming Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary businesses, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,000+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To review our applicant data use practices, please visit: https://explore.lnw.com/careers/data-privacy/ At Light & Wonder, your safety is our top priority, and we want to alert you to an increase in fraudulent job postings. These scams often use a company’s name and branding to lure applicants into providing sensitive information or paying fees. To protect yourself: Use trusted job platforms: Only apply for jobs through reputable job platforms and our official company career site www.lnw.com/careers Be cautious of requests for money: Light & Wonder will never ask you to send money or pay any fees in connection with a job offer. If you encounter a job posting that seems suspicious or receive communication requesting payment, please report it to us immediately at responsiblereporting@lnw.com Please stay vigilant and protect yourself from potential scams. If anyone claiming to represent Light & Wonder asks for payment, report it to us promptly.
