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[PAID] Pixel Artist Needed for Topdown Shooter

on: March 14, 2016, 02:59:57 pm
EDIT: I've found an artist for my game, so this position is no longer available at the moment.

I'm looking for a pixel artist for a topdown shooter game that I'm building. I've been trying to do a lot of the art myself but it's just taking too long because my skills aren't quite there yet. Apparently pixel art is something that you actually have to invest time into getting good at :).

The gameplay is kind of a hybrid between Nuclear Throne and Diablo II. Procedurally generated levels. Permadeath. Enemies with AI. Leveling up, upgrades, new weapons, skill trees, etc. The story isn't fully fleshed out yet but basically you're a soldier traveling to various stars and planets to help clear them out of invasive aliens and robots. The main antagonist is an evil AI that's gone haywire.

I have a simple demo of the game available here (mouse and keyboard required):
Windows: https://www.dropbox.com/s/2jlcg3239vknomm/WindowsBuild.zip?dl=0
Mac: https://www.dropbox.com/s/gezcx64j4jnp4qf/MacBuild.app.zip?dl=0

The game is only about 30% done right now. The core mechanics are there, but there is a LOT more content that I'm planning to add. Bosses, items, new level types, etc. The art that is currently in the game is mostly made by myself, aside from the enemies and the enemy projectiles. So that includes the tiles, the player, the weapons, and the lasers. Obviously, I'm looking to hire someone who is significantly better than me (which is not very difficult since I'm new to pixel art). But I'm really only willing to hire someone who can do work that I know without a doubt I couldn't do myself. I'm also planning to continue working on asset creation myself even if I do hire someone, so this will also double as a learning experience for me.

The primary thing that I'm looking for, aside from skill, is reliability. I need someone that communicates frequently and most importantly, someone who delivers promptly and consistently without me having to check up on them. This is the whole reason I'm looking to bring on hired help rather than looking for unpaid teammates. Past work experience and referrals aren't required but would be a huge plus.

The assets I primarily will need (in order of importance):
  • Enemies. This game has a lot of enemies, which need walking/attack/death animations. I don't feel like doing all of these myself.
  • Tilesets for new worlds. I have one right now, but I'm looking to have two more world types.
  • Weapons/projectiles
  • UI elements (menus, icons, etc.)

The game is pretty low-res - to give you an idea, the player is 18x24 and the tiles are 24x24.

This job will be paid. Rates will depend entirely on the skill level of the artist. I can send out payments on a fixed schedule every two weeks, via PayPal or whatever else is convenient for the artist.

Looking forward to hearing back. Feel free to either reply here or to PM me directly.
« Last Edit: March 30, 2016, 04:03:19 am by druphoria »

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Re: [PAID] Pixel Artist Needed for Topdown Shooter

Reply #1 on: March 14, 2016, 09:29:23 pm
Hi,

I am very interested in the opportunity! Here is a portfolio of my work: http://www.jamesridleydesign.com/

My email is jamesridley126@gmail.com, or you can contact me via my portfolio.

Thanks for your time, I look forward to hearing from you!

James Ridley

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Re: [PAID] Pixel Artist Needed for Topdown Shooter

Reply #2 on: March 14, 2016, 10:22:09 pm
Hi, my name is Vazovski, you can check my portfolio here: http://pixelation.org/index.php?topic=19760.0
I am reliable, affordable and professional pixel artist who is looking for work. Looking forward to talk about your game more, contact me please: vazovski.artist@gmail.com

-Vazovski

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Re: [PAID] Pixel Artist Needed for Topdown Shooter

Reply #3 on: March 15, 2016, 05:41:48 am
Thanks everyone who contacted me either on this thread or via PM/email. I'm taking a look at portfolios right now and I'll make sure to get back to you within the next few days.

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Re: [PAID] Pixel Artist Needed for Topdown Shooter

Reply #4 on: March 30, 2016, 04:02:46 am
Just a quick update on this - I've found an artist so the position is no longer open. Sorry if I didn't reply to you directly. Turns out there are a LOT of artists looking for work.