Freelance Illustrator – 1980s Card Game
Develop a cohesive 1980s-inspired visual style and create a comprehensive suite of digital assets including cards, backgrounds, and UI elements. Collaborate with the project owner to refine the visual identity and prepare final assets for game engine integration.
- Remote
- Canada
- Posted Aug 24, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Join an exciting project to bring a unique online multiplayer card game to life, set in a vibrant US mall and inspired by the bold aesthetics of 1980s pop culture. The technical framework and game mechanics are already established, and the focus is now on developing a cohesive and visually striking set of digital assets. This role is ideal for an illustrator with a passion for retro design and the ability to create a consistent visual direction across a large volume of game assets. Deliverables Develop and execute a distinctive visual style for the game, drawing inspiration from 1980s pop culture and collage art. Create a comprehensive suite of digital illustrations for cards, backgrounds, icons, and UI elements. Ensure all assets maintain consistency in style, color palette, and thematic direction. Collaborate closely with the project owner to iterate on concepts and refine the visual identity. Prepare final assets in appropriate formats for seamless integration into the game engine. Requirements Proven experience as a digital illustrator, preferably with a portfolio showcasing work in games or pop culture-inspired projects. Strong understanding of 1980s visual trends, collage techniques, and bold color usage. Ability to develop and maintain a consistent art style across a large asset library. Proficiency in industry-standard illustration and design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate). Excellent communication skills and responsiveness to feedback. Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage deadlines for a high-volume asset pipeline. Availability for remote collaboration. About Twine Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally. Our Mission Twine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.
What you’ll do
Develop a cohesive 1980s-inspired visual style and create a comprehensive suite of digital assets including cards, backgrounds, and UI elements. Collaborate with the project owner to refine the visual identity and prepare final assets for game engine integration.
Requirements
Proven experience as a digital illustrator with a portfolio showcasing pop culture or game-related projects. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or Procreate and a strong understanding of 1980s visual trends and collage techniques are required.
Listed skills
- UI designPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Digital Illustration
- Retro Design
- Collage Art
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Procreate
- UI Design
- Visual Identity Development
- Game Asset Creation
- Color Theory
- Concept Iteration
Job areas
- Art & Design
- Creative & Media
- Software
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Associate
