Lead Graphic Designer, Illustrator

Fortis Games

Lead Graphic Designer/Illustrator driving visual quality and creative direction for marketing at Fortis Games. Collaborate on user acquisition campaigns and elevate creative output standards.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇭🇺 HungarySeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the visual quality and creative direction of our marketing and user acquisition efforts
Translate strategy, gameplay features, audience insights, and performance data into compelling visual systems and high-impact creative
Lead by example through strong execution while guiding other designers and elevating overall creative output
Work closely with creative strategists, producers, and marketing partners to align visual assets with campaign goals
Drive continuous improvement through research, creative experimentation, and the integration of new tools and workflows
Shape best practices for using AI in creative development efficiently and responsibly
Establish and uphold visual quality standards across all outputs, ensuring consistency and brand alignment
Mentor and support other designers, fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement
Balance speed, quality, and volume across multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of experience in graphic design, performance creative, or marketing design roles, with demonstrated leadership or ownership of creative output
Strong portfolio showcasing high-performing creative across digital formats (ads, store assets, social, etc.)
Proven ability to translate insights and strategy into effective visual direction
Experience guiding other designers and providing constructive, actionable feedback
Strong understanding of performance marketing principles and creative testing methodologies
Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate autonomously and drive initiatives from concept to execution
Deep understanding of design fundamentals and best practices across platforms
Experience in gaming, mobile, or performance-driven environments is highly valued
Proficiency in industry-standard design tools
Familiarity with motion graphics or 3D design tools is a plus
Hands-on experience using generative AI tools as part of daily creative workflows.

Benefits

Comp & perks

We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming.

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Hard Skills & Tools

graphic designperformance creativemarketing designcreative testing methodologiesdesign fundamentalsmotion graphics3D designgenerative AI toolsvisual directionhigh-performing creative

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcommunicationorganizational skillsstakeholder managementautonomycreative experimentationconstructive feedbackownershipcontinuous improvement