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Impact Theory
Los Angeles, CA, US
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Level Up Games, LLC is the game development studio behind Kyzen. Level Up Games is a well funded, fast-paced indie studio nearly 4 years into development on Kyzen, a kid-focused dynamic open world survival crafting game that combines the best of Minecraft and Palworld with the playful energy of a Shonen anime.
Role Overview
We are hiring an experienced Art Director on a temporary, full-time basis to lead a focused visual improvement effort on Kyzen over an approximately four (4) to six (6) month term beginning in October or November 2026.
The core problem is cohesion. Kyzen's world currently reads as a set of individually built pieces rather than one coherent world with a distinct and memorable identity. You will help establish a coherent, exciting, and unified look and feel for the game, raise the quality bar on the game's art, materially improve mob designs, world assets, and procedural asset distribution rules. As well as help elevate the lighting and atmosphere in the game by working with our talented team of technical artists.
This is a senior, hands-on role. At Level Up Games, everyone is a doer. While there is a small team to manage, the core of the role will be actual design work. You will set direction, produce references and paintover work yourself, and partner closely with our engineering team to establish a look and style that both works visually and is highly performant.
You will be expected to work with AI in any way that helps advance the project and delight players. If you’re philosophically opposed to AI, this is not the right opportunity for you. We believe AI is a powerful tool that in the right hands can radically accelerate human creativity.
Compensation
Salaried at $20,000 - $25,000 USD per month for the duration of the assignment
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Life insurance and 401(k) retirement plan.
Flexible PTO policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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As required by California law, Impact Theory provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Note: This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed in this role. Responsibilities, duties, and activities may evolve over time at the company’s discretion.
Impact Theory is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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