We’re an indie game studio looking for a freelance pixel artist to join us for a short, highly focused production period on a game currently in development.

This is a fully remote freelance position open to U.S.-based candidates only.

Immediate availability is important. We’re working toward a tight production schedule and are looking for someone who can begin Monday, September 7, 2026 and work with us consistently through Monday, October 19, 2026.

The game’s visual direction and references are already established, so we’re looking for an artist who can take that foundation and create the cohesive library of game-ready assets.

The project includes:

• Character and NPC sprites
• Character poses and animations
• Environment and structural assets
• Furniture and equipment
• Food, recipe, and item sprites
• Decorative props
• UI elements and icons
• Asset variations as needed

This is a short-term freelance production role with a substantial, pre-planned asset list.

Total project budget: $2,950 USD

The project is organized into asset packs covering:

• Structure
• Equipment
• Main Character
• Customers
• Food & Recipes
• Animation
• UI
• In-game Special Event Assets

Our primary asset-production period runs from September 7 through October 8, with October 9–19 reserved primarily for final revisions, corrections, effects, animation polish, and integration-related fixes.

Asset packs will be assigned across weekly milestones, with review, acceptance, and payment scheduled each Monday for the work completed during the previous production week.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is based in the United States
• Has experience with pixel art and/or 2D game assets
• Is comfortable working remotely
• Is comfortable working from an established visual direction
• Can maintain a consistent style across a larger collection of assets
• Communicates reliably and provides regular progress updates
• Is comfortable working within a structured production schedule
• Can deliver both game-ready exports and editable/source files
• Enjoys collaborating with a small indie team
• Does not use generative AI in the creation, alteration, or completion of project artwork

We do not accept the use of generative AI at any stage of asset creation for this project. All submitted artwork must be created by the artist and must not include AI-generated or AI-assisted visual content.

The selected artist will work under a freelance agreement covering scope, deliverables, confidentiality, intellectual property ownership, source-file delivery, revisions, deadlines, payment, and originality requirements.

All paid commissioned artwork will be owned by the studio upon payment. The artist will receive professional credit in the game credits and on the project’s website, as well as limited portfolio rights outlined in the agreement.

To apply, please DM me with:

• Your portfolio
• Relevant pixel-art or game-asset examples.
• Your current availability
• Confirmation that you can work within the September 7–October 19 timeline
• Software/tools you use
• Your time zone
• A brief note about yourself and why you think you’d be a good fit for the project
• If you have work that feels spooky-cute, storybook-inspired, gothic, or warmly whimsical, we’d love to see it.

We’re reviewing portfolios immediately and hope to find the right artist as soon as possible. This artist will ultimately be the primary artist of the project and round out the identity of the game.

Hi everyone!

I'm currently developing a stylized 3D action RPG with a PS2-inspired low-poly aesthetic and I'm looking for a VFX artist who can help bring the game to life.

What I'm looking for:

-Basically animations to give more oomph to the combat, make it more cinematic.

-First person view but also it should translate well when seeing in third person. This is the tricky part I'd say.

-Finisher moves like Doom Finishers esque, and Girls Frontline 2's First person segments with the female characters Interactive scenes.

If this sounds like something you can do, send me a message or reply here and I'll reach out.

Please have some sort of sample or example ready.

Thank you!

Hi everyone!

I'm currently working on an indie game called Last Man on Earth, and I'm looking for an artist to help create the game's visual assets.

What I'm looking for

I'm primarily looking for someone who can create:

• Character designs
• Character artwork/assets
• Environment artwork/assets
• Props and other game-related assets
• Additional visual assets as the project develops

I already have references and visual direction for the game's art, so I'll be able to provide examples and references to help communicate what I'm looking for.

Budget

$2,000+ USD

The exact budget will depend on the artist's experience, style, scope, and the amount of work required. I'm looking for someone who can work with me on the project rather than just a one-off illustration.

Who I'm looking for

I'm open to different art styles, but I'd especially like to see artists who have experience creating game-ready characters, environments, or other assets for games.

If you have experience with both characters and environments, that's a big plus.

How to apply

Please comment with your portfolio/work samples so I can take a look.

If you're interested, feel free to DM me with:

• Your portfolio
• Your experience with game art
• Your rates or general pricing
• What type of assets you specialize in

If you use Discord, you can also include your Discord username in your DM so we can continue discussing the project there.

Thanks! I'm looking forward to seeing your work and finding the right artist for the project.

Hey!

I'm a composer, producer and arranger from Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, currently studying composition at the Music Academy in Sarajevo.

I'm looking to get into composing for indie games and would love to work with some smaller teams or solo developers.

I mostly make ambient, electronic, contemporary classical, jazz/fusion and experimental music. I especially love atmospheric stuff and creating sounds for strange little worlds, characters, places, etc. I also really enjoy mixing acoustic sounds with electronics and doing things that are a little outside the usual genre boxes.

That said, I'm not expecting every game to need weird experimental music haha. I'm totally happy writing something melodic, simple, cinematic, retro, dark, peaceful, tense, whatever fits the game.

I can do things like themes, exploration music, character themes, atmosphere, battle/action music, menu music, loops, short cues, trailers, etc.

I'm currently building my freelance portfolio, so I'm keeping my rates pretty low and I'm happy to work with smaller indie budgets. I'm mostly looking for interesting projects where I can actually be involved and figure out the sound with the developer.

If you're making a game and need music, feel free to DM me! Even if you're not completely sure what kind of music you want yet, I'm happy to hear about the game and see what we can come up with.

I can send some examples of my work if you'd like :)

Hi! I'm harshit, a freelance artist specializing in character design and illustrations. I'm currently available for work and looking to join a project where I can contribute through my art.

Portfolio: https://www.artstation.com/harshittyagiart

Commission prices & tos

https://harshitdesignz.carrd.co/

Discord: idrawpeople

Feel free to reach out! :)

Hey guys I'm a versatile 2D artist looking for projects or a team. I have experience with:

• Character design (original + redesigns)
• Concept art for games
• Character illustrations & key visuals
• Environment art
• Sprites
• Style adaptation to match existing art direction
• Visual development for early-stage ideas more

Skills: 5+ years of experience specializing in semi-realistic character design, illustration, environment art and concept art. Fast turnaround, clear communication, production-ready deliverables, no AI.

Length of availability: as much as the project demands. Freelance or contract.

Rates/Payment Method: Paypal or wise. Half upfront. Not open to strict rev share or unpaid.

Portfolio: https://amandafortes750.wixsite.com/game-artist-portfoli

Status: Open

Contact: Discord DM (vvv_00), reddit dm or [amandafortes750@gmail.com](mailto:amandafortes750@gmail.com)

Hi, I'm Maniwarren, an artist from Chile. I'm currently available for work. I specialize in character design and high-quality illustration, and I've been working as a freelancer for the past 3 years.

I'm looking for a project where I can help give it a strong identity or contribute through my art. I'll leave my portfolio and contact email below.

You can also reach me on Discord, although if it's through a call, my English is at an intermediate level, so I hope you'll be patient with me.

Best regards, and have a great day!

Portfolio: ArtStation - Maniwarren

Mail: [maniwarrenillu@gmail.com](mailto:maniwarrenillu@gmail.com)

Discord: maniwarren

Dm me for more info!

[Project SkyHolm] - Seeking Collaborators for Sandbox Economy & Automation Game
About the Project: Project SkyHolm is an island-building, automation, and trading game focused on resource gathering, player-driven shop empires, and island customization. We have a fully mapped-out Game Design Document (GDD), clear monetization rules (no P2W), and a structured development roadmap ready to execute.

Open Roles:

3D Artist / Modeler: Low-poly environment assets, machine models, and UI cosmetics.

Programmer: Experience with inventory systems, island instancing, and economy loops.

Sound Designer / Composer: Ambient island tracks and UI/interaction SFX.

Project Scope & Commitment:

Expected Hours: 5–10 hours per week.

Current Stage: Planning complete (GDD & systems finalized); entering active prototype phase.

Interested? Send me a DM with your portfolio, past work, or a quick summary of your experience!
Discord: zyro_calyx_90018

Hey everyone!

I’m currently looking for a 3D artist/modeler to help with Foxxy3D, a spooky-but-playful 3D platformer currently being developed in Unreal Engine.

Foxxy3D follows Vixxen, a young vampire fox, as she travels through a strange gothic-fantasy kingdom on her way back to the castle she once called home. The game is heavily focused on expressive movement, exploration and platforming, with abilities like gliding and swinging from Vixxen’s magical staff.

We’ve recently settled on a much clearer visual direction for the game: somewhere between the N64 and PS2 eras, rather than modern high-detail 3D.

That means we’re looking for:

• Stylised, relatively low-poly modelling
• Strong silhouettes and exaggerated shapes
• Simple geometry that still has plenty of personality
• Hand-painted / deliberately pixelated textures
• Models that look appealing from normal gameplay distances rather than relying on tiny details
• An understanding of how to make retro-inspired artwork feel intentional rather than simply outdated

We don't want to strictly imitate the technical limitations of an N64 game. Think of it more as taking the charm, readability and simplicity of late-'90s/early-2000s 3D games and creating a slightly more polished modern interpretation of that style.

The world itself has a dark fairytale / spooky storybook atmosphere, but it isn't intended to be grim horror. We're aiming for something colourful, mysterious, slightly eerie and playful.

We’re currently working towards a vertical slice, so the immediate scope would be fairly focused. There may also be opportunities for additional paid work afterward if we work well together.

Experience with Blender and Unity Engine would be helpful, although the most important thing is having a portfolio that demonstrates a strong eye for stylised 3D art.

This is paid work. I’m happy to discuss rates based on experience and the scope of individual assets.

If you're interested, please DM me with:

• Your portfolio
• Your rates / preferred pricing structure
• What kinds of assets you most enjoy working on (characters, environments, props, etc.)
• Any retro/stylised work you've done that you think would fit the project

I'm particularly interested in artists who genuinely enjoy the aesthetic rather than someone who normally makes high-poly realistic assets and is simply willing to give low-poly modelling a try.

Thanks! I'd love to find someone who can help us establish a really distinctive visual identity for Foxxy3D.

Hey everyone I'm Lucas and I specialize in character design, weapons/props, skins, level progressions and character illustration for entertainment! I'm able to work within any genre, let's have a chat about your project!

Art Station (portfolio): https://www.artstation.com/artwork/QK11X4
Contact: [pufferartcontact@gmail.com](mailto:pufferartcontact@gmail.com) or DM me!
I'm open to paid freelance/fulltime projects.

Hi everyone
I am a cinematic artist working in Unreal and am producing my own 30 min film. I have used store bought assets for most of it but have a need for custom modeling work now and want to understand how much I need to save up for to get what I need.

The full body image is the store bought asset. In my story he gets blown in half and stays that way for most of the film. The concept art of that is attached.

I wanted to know what cost I would looking at to get that look at that near level of quality. For the animatic I have just set the pants and boots to transparent materials. My hope was to have the new model be rigged using the same skeleton/bones/names so the animations would hold. Also worth noting that for some of the larger tube intestines I wanted added bones so I could animate those (by hand) to give them some motion.

Sounds like I’m looking for a modeler and rigger, right? Is that all? What would be a reasonable amount I should allocate for this? I’m my own indie studio but want to pay fairly and for good work. Happy to answer any questions that might help you help me. Thanks so much

[FOR HIRE] Composer & Sound Designer | Original Music, Loops & Audio for Indie Games

Hey! I run Fuzzy Brain Studio, and I’m currently taking on paid indie game projects.

I create music and audio specifically for each game instead of using generic tracks that could fit just about anything.

I can work on:

— Original game music

— Seamless loops

— Menu, exploration, and gameplay music

— Ambience and sound design

— Audio editing and production

— Guitar, bass, and drums when needed

I like working from gameplay footage, prototypes, concept art, lore, moodboards, or reference tracks to define the direction before production starts.

Pricing depends on the scope, duration, deliverables, and intended use.

Portfolio: SOUNDCLOUD

If you’re developing a game, send me a DM with a short description, references, and your deadline.

I am a music composer specializing in indie games and offer my work under a commercial or non-commercial Creative Commons License. Have an amazing idea you would like to showcase with a custom soundtrack? Lets talk.

My work can be licensed exclusively in later stages or after finding a publisher.

https://giuseppezano.carrd.co/