Art Director

Description

We take play seriously. We’re looking for curious adventurers ready to find their party, fueled by imagination and drive to build what’s never been built before. At the company and Wizards of the Coast, you’ll collaborate with passionate teams to reimagine our iconic brands and create experiences that spark joy, connection, and community through the magic of play. This is your chance to shape legendary play that lasts a lifetime.

Job Overview

Magic: The Gathering, the world’s first trading card game, is hiring a Commissioning Art Director for our Universes Beyond product line. In this role, you will commission and art direct illustrations from freelance artists, working with external partner brands to deliver card art that fits both the partner’s visual identity and Magic’s quality standards.

You are an experienced visual creative with a background in fantasy art and an interest in pop culture. You want to help grow an established brand’s audience and visual expression.

Responsibilities

• Commission a high volume of artwork by identifying freelance illustrators for each piece and providing continuous art direction on individual pieces. Maintain strong relationships with freelance illustrators and provide regular updates to the card concept producer on art status
• Research and understand partner brand IP, translate reference material into customized style guides, and collaborate with external partners to art direct to their brand specifications
• Review print-ready files to ensure final card quality
• What You'll Bring
• 2+ yrs commercial art experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and comfortable giving and receiving feedback
• A portfolio demonstrating strong creative vision with a cinematic lens
• A passion for pop culture and a pulse on current entertainment industry trends
• Understanding of Magic as both a game and a brand
• Deep knowledge of current fantasy illustration market/talent and modern print/press techniques and processes. Interest in discovering diverse, emerging artists
• Skilled in Adobe Photoshop and proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Who We Are
• We’re a team of creators, storytellers, and innovators united under the company family and home to beloved brands, AAA digital games studios and immersive experiences that spark imagination across generations. Together, we’re committed to a culture rooted in creativity, excellence, curiosity, and inclusion, and where every employee is empowered to think boldly, act with integrity, and spark joy for all.
• The company About the Company – the company
• Wizards of the Coast Who We Are – Wizards of the Coast

Conditions

This role is based at our Renton, Washington office and follows a hybrid schedule designed to support in-person collaboration. Employees are expected to work onsite on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with the flexibility to work remotely or onsite on Mondays and Fridays.

$115,800 - $173,700 USD

Employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility. Benefits and programs may include:

Health & Wellness

Time Off to Recharge

Financial Well-being

Life & Family Support

Volunteer and Community Initiatives

Learning & Development

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