Character Illustrator/ 2D Character Artist

Remote

Full-time

Project: Untitled SCP Dating Sim

About the Role

We are looking for a talented Character Illustrator for our SCP Foundation inspired Dating Sim who will serve as the visual backbone of our game.
Your primary focus will be taking reference concepts and turning them into highly polished, fully rendered (static) 2D character sprites and expression sheets for dialogue sequences.

Character Production: Render high-resolution, static, production-ready 2D character sprites, poses, and expression sheets based on established references and design briefs.
Focus is strictly on static 2D art; no rigging or animation required.
Texture and Rendering Polish: Maintain a distinct visual style combining clean line art with detailed surface rendering.
Conceptual Adaptation (Bonus points): Help translate abstract or monstrous SCP lore into appealing, dateable humanoid character designs.
UI and Visual Support (Bonus points): Assist with secondary visual assets, such as dialogue frames, choice buttons, or environment concepts if needed.

Style and Technique: Demonstrated ability to draw in semi-realistic style with detailed linework, realistic cloth folds, and textured shading.
Portfolio Focus: Must show finished, high quality, fully rendered character illustrations, full-body sprites, or detailed semi-realistic styled character designs (over rough concept sketches). Preference for artists who can blend romance-game tropes with eerie, detailed monster elements.
Software Mastery: Proficiency in digital drawing tools (Clip Studio Paint, Photoshop, Procreate, or equivalent).
Anatomy and Expression: Deep understanding of anatomy, lighting, fabric rendering, and facial expression design for sprite overlays.