Art Lead

Hiring location: Chicago, IL • Full-time employment contract • Candidates must be fully eligible to work full-time under a local employment contract in Chicago, IL • Hybrid work setup connected to the local office in Chicago, IL

About the role

IGT is looking for a talented and collaborative Art Lead I to join our creative team in Chicago. In this role, you will help shape engaging visual experiences from early concept through final production. You will create high-quality 2D and 3D artwork, animation, typography, graphic designs, logos, characters, and other visual assets while helping maintain a consistent creative vision across projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile artist who enjoys solving creative and technical challenges, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring others while continuing to grow as an art leader.

IGT delivers thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiences—powered by world-class content, strong technical and commercial capabilities, and a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ownership. With a team of over 6,000 employees across 30+ countries and products delivered in more than 100 jurisdictions worldwide, we operate at scale while staying closely connected to the customers we serve.

Responsibilities

• Lead the art team within a land-based slot studio in Chicago, ensuring the delivery of high-quality visual content aligned with overall art direction.
• Manage people, processes, and output to maintain consistency and excellence in visual execution.
• Create high-quality visual content, including illustrations, graphic layouts, logos, typography, animation, 3D art, and character designs.
• Develop production-ready assets that align with creative direction, product specifications, and technical requirements.
• Maintain visual consistency and bring artwork from initial concept through final production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement feedback and solve creative or technical challenges.
• Manage project deliverables, timelines, and organized production files.
• Contribute to improvements in the art production pipeline and department best practices.
• Support and mentor less experienced artists while staying current on industry tools and trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts, Animation, Motion Graphics, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Two to three years of experience in 2D illustration, graphic design, animation, 3D art, or generalist art production.
• A strong 2D and/or 3D portfolio demonstrating versatility, attention to detail, and a range of styles.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator.
• Strong traditional art skills, including drawing, painting, composition, typography, and graphic design.
• Knowledge of animation principles, asset management, file organization, and product development processes.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to take ownership of projects, apply feedback professionally, and deliver quality work on schedule.

Pay

The estimated starting compensation range for this role is $90,000–$110,000 annually USD, based on a good-faith assessment at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary depending on skills, experience, education, and geographic location.

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Other wellness programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Bonus or commission opportunities, depending on the role.