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Fortune Mine Games

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 Join Fortune Mine Games &ndash; Let&rsquo;s Build the Next Big Hit in Casual Gaming! 🚀
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Fortune Mine Games
 
 is a fast-growing
 
 mobile gaming startup
 
 based in
 
 Istanbul
 
 , the rising hub of game development.
 
 
 
 
 
 We specialize in
 
 social &amp; casual mobile games
 
 , creating
 
 scalable, long-lasting titles
 
 in emerging sub-genres like
 
 coin looter
 
 .
 
 
 
 
 
 Since our founding in
 
 Q1 2021
 
 , we&rsquo;ve built a
 
 highly talented, passionate team
 
 , self-publishing games that will be played for years, fueled by our
 
 unique company culture and data-driven approach
 
 .
 
 
 
 
 
 Our mission?
 
 To become a powerhouse in casual mobile gaming.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re passionate about casual games with social features
 
 , eager to
 
 innovate
 
 , and thrive in a
 
 fast-paced startup environment
 
 , we&rsquo;d love to have you on board!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Now Hiring: 2D Game Artist (Junior &amp; Senior)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 As a
 
 2D Game Artist
 
 , you&rsquo;ll join our
 
 Creative Development (CD) team
 
 , working on our latest casual titles.
 
 
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll work closely with
 
 product and software development teams
 
 , shaping the
 
 visual style, concepts, and assets
 
 that bring our games to life.
 
 
 
 
 
 We also embrace the power of
 
 AI-assisted creativity
 
 , ensuring that we stay at the cutting edge of game art production.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Mission
 
 🎨
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Create high-quality 2D game assets
 
 based on product team briefings.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Contribute to concept &amp; design phases
 
 , defining the game&rsquo;s visual identity.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Utilize AI tools
 
 to enhance the creative process and improve production efficiency.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Collaborate closely
 
 with
 
 product and software development teams
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What You Bring 🎯
 
 
 
 ✅
 
 Creative, self-motivated, and organized
 
 &ndash; A startup mindset!
 
 
 ✅
 
 BA or higher degree
 
 in related fields (Cartoon &amp; Animation, Painting, Fine Arts, etc.).
 
 
 ✅
 
 Strong portfolio &amp; experience
 
 as a Game Artist in a gaming company (casual games are a plus!).
 
 
 ✅
 
 Proficiency in industry-standard tools
 
 (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
 
 
 ✅
 
 Solid understanding of design principles, color theory, and composition.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why You&rsquo;ll Love Working Here 💙
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 A global vision &amp; data-driven company culture
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Fast-paced, dynamic work environment
 
 where innovation thrives
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Open &amp; transparent communication
 
 &ndash; no corporate politics
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Commitment to learning, growth, and career development
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Zero tolerance for toxic behavior (and we mean it!)
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What We Offer 🎁
 
 
 
 💻 Up-to-date
 
 technical equipment
 
 
 
 
 🏥 Comprehensive medical insurance
 
 
 
 
 🎂 Paid day off on your birthday
 
 
 
 
 🏢 Centrally located Caddebostan office with recreation areas
 
 
 
 
 🍽️ Meal &amp; transportation allowance
 
 
 
 
 ☕ Fully stocked kitchen with unlimited coffee, snacks &amp; drinks
 
 
 
 
 🎟️ Training &amp; development reimbursement
 
 
 
 
 🎉 Employee referral program
 
 
 
 
 😎 And of course&hellip; sometimes having fun!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ﻿Ready to shape the future of casual mobile gaming? Join us at Fortune Mine Games and make an impact!
 
 🚀🎮
 
</div>

2D Game Artist

Peak

<div>
 
 Ready to bring our games to life with your animations?
 
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for a talented 2D Animator who will create realistic and highly stylized animations. Join us, if you want to create game animations that reach millions of people around the world!
 
 
 
 
 
 Concepts, characters, game assets, and backgrounds are designed by our Illustrators. Collaborate with our awesome team of Artists, and Engineers to turn concepts into vibrant animations.
 
 
 
 
 
 In the following link, you can find a couple of examples of what our Art team does 👉 pkg.ms/artworks
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Here's what you&rsquo;ll do
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Create 2D animations for stylized characters and items
 </li>
 <li>
 Create animations and effects for UI elements, including icons, pop-ups, buttons, backgrounds, and menus
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with the engineering team in order to create 2D Particle FX in Unity
 </li>
 <li>
 Edit animated assets in Unity and Spine
 </li>
 <li>
 Work together with the team to envision and iterate animations
 </li>
 <li>
 Grow and foster a user-oriented design culture
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Desired skills and experiences
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience with bone and sprite sheet animation style
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with graphic design, fine arts, illustration, or visual arts
 </li>
 <li>
 Good knowledge of digital visualization tools (i.e. Spine, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator)
 </li>
 <li>
 Basic skills necessary to make modifications to game assets
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of processes, pipelines, and best practices for 2D animation production
 </li>
 <li>
 A keen eye for color harmonies, lighting, perspective, and materials
 </li>
 <li>
 Process and methods for optimizing assets for mobile devices
 </li>
 <li>
 A portfolio demonstrating your skills
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 At Peak, we&rsquo;re passionate about making engaging mobile games. We have a company culture that promotes cooperation and professional growth. We&rsquo;ll give you everything you need so you can focus on what you do best. If you want to join one of the most dynamic companies in the industry while getting your work in front of millions around the world, apply now!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Working at Peak
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Fast-paced environment with a tight-knit and collaborative culture
 </li>
 <li>
 Never-ending learning and development opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Relevant conferences abroad to stay up to date with the latest industry trends
 </li>
 <li>
 Team events and trips
 </li>
 <li>
 We support your personal and professional development with challenging projects and regular feedback
 </li>
 <li>
 Full health benefits
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

2D Animator

Vertigo

<div>ABOUT VERTIGO GAMES
We create amazing games that rank at the top on both iOS &amp; Android, loved and played by 150+ million fans worldwide!
Check out our smash-hit games:<div>
 Critical Strike 
<ul><li>&#65039; Polygun Arena</li></ul></div>
Now, we're looking for a passionate 3D Character Artist to join our dynamic team in Istanbul. This is an on-site role in Istanbul, Levent. This is an on-site role, requiring you to work 5 days a week from our office in Levent.
Don't miss the chance to shape the future of gaming and make your mark on millions of players worldwide!
Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>
Create realtime (optimise) rigs for characters and weapons.</li>
<li>Animate viewmodel weapons and items.</li>
<li>Animate third person in game movements.</li>
<li>Export animations compatible with Unity game engine.</li>
<li>Implement weapons and characters with animations into game engine.</li>
</ul>
Requirements<ul>
<li>
Good instincts for realistic and stylized motions.</li>
<li>Ability to execute hand-keyed animation.</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of rigging process.</li>
<li>Experience working with Motion Capture is a plus.</li>
<li>Familiarity with the Unity art pipeline.</li>
<li>A good portfolio that reflects your animation skills.</li>
</ul>
Benefits<ul><li>

A Compensation Package That Reflects Your Contribution: We keep it simple. Competitive pay that matches the work you deliver.</li></ul><ul>
<li>Meal Allowance: Enough for a solid, satisfying meal.</li>
<li>Delicious In-Office Catering: Fresh meals, good coffee, sweet treats. No place for hunger, ever.</li>
<li>Private Health Insurance: Complementary private health insurance so you can get care without second thoughts.</li>
<li>Continuous Learning Support: A monthly budget for courses and platforms, because staying sharp is part of the job.</li>
<li>Equity That Actually Makes You a Partner: We offer real equity, not symbolic. Once you reach a certain contribution level, you earn a meaningful stake in the company. When we grow, you grow with us.</li>
<li>Meaningful Time Off: Your birthday is a free day on us. In your first year, you start with 5 days of bonus annual leave.</li>
<li>Referral Bonus: Introduce great talent to the team and earn a reward when they join.</li>
<li>Milestone Awards: As you reach key milestones with us, you earn bonus rewards that recognize your long-term contribution.</li>
</ul><ul><li>A Culture Built Around Players &amp; Ownership: Curious, collaborative, and focused. We&rsquo;re here to build great games together.</li>
<li>A Modern, Comfortable Office in Levent: Bright space, central location, one step from the metro designed to keep you in the &quot;zone&quot;.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Game Room: A dedicated Xbox corner for fun breaks and quick gaming sessions whenever you need to unwind.</li>
<li>Office Events That Keep Us Connected: Fun team moments, regular happy hours, and in-office events throughout the year.</li></ul></div>

Senior 3D Animator

Crs Soft

<div>
 
 
 Who we are?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 It&rsquo;s time to turn on bright mode. Let&rsquo;s meet!
 
 
 
 
 
 We are a software company that produces niche technologies with an innovative, dynamic, and added-value understanding to the leading companies in its field, serving in different sectors in Turkey and abroad. For starters, the first thing you should know is that Crs is an umbrella organization. Our e-transformation brand, e-d&uuml;nya, offers digital solutions on a single platform. Our game brand Corvus Jay provides players of all ages and backgrounds with captivating, humorous, and artistic games that transcend the ordinary and deliver unforgettable experiences with its open-minded, humorous, creative, and vibrant world of pop art. We are excited to expand our investment areas and the sectors we are involved in. Our focus is on innovative research, exploring Big Data Processing, AI, machine learning, and game development. As one of the top 500 IT companies in Turkey, we are one of the fastest-growing technology companies selected by Deloitte Turkey for the 6th time in a row. Our route is always the same, the future!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 As a Technical Artist specializing in Unreal Engine, your role is pivotal as a bridge between art and programming, ensuring our games achieve the highest level of visual quality and technical performance. You'll optimize game assets while maintaining artistic vision, develop and implement art and animation pipelines, and troubleshoot technical issues. Staying updated on the latest trends and technologies, you'll collaborate closely with art and development teams to create visually stunning games that deliver an immersive player experience. Working closely with artists, designers, and programmers, you'll implement art assets, optimize performance, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge video games.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience &amp; Skills
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in a related field,
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent in English,
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in Unreal Engine, with a strong understanding of its rendering pipeline, Blueprints, and material/shader development and procedural &amp; parametric design,
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in game development, focusing on technical art, optimization, and performance tuning,
 </li>
 <li>
 Based on the seniority level, good command of 3D modeling and texturing software such as Maya or Blender,
 </li>
 <li>
 Based on the seniority level, good command or familiarity with scripting languages like C++ for tool development is a plus,
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues related to art implementation and performance,
 </li>
 <li>
 A keen eye for detail and aesthetics, with a passion for pushing the boundaries of visual fidelity in games,
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to collaboratively build and expand upon the vision and ideas of others to create something bigger,
 </li>
 <li>
 Following current trends and being able to forecast upcoming ones,
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working with teams in a production environment,
 </li>
 <li>
 Good understanding of game mechanics and design principles,
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Don&rsquo;t forget to attach your portfolio or provide a link to an online version in your application or CV.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Collaborate closely with technical artists and team leads to facilitate communication between artists and programmers,
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to resolving technical issues that may arise from other programs while working in Unreal Engine, ensuring the realization of the most visually stunning game possible within technical constraints,
 </li>
 <li>
 Improve and optimize core systems such as Animation, Characters, UI, and Environment to enhance game performance and visual quality,
 </li>
 <li>
 Optimize 3D assets, memory usage, and overall game performance to align with artistic and gameplay intentions,
 </li>
 <li>
 Refine the art production pipeline to effectively execute artistic and game vision,
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in the integration of assets into the game engine and setting up technical content in the game world,
 </li>
 <li>
 Stay updated on the latest advancements in Unreal Engine and real-time rendering techniques, integrating new technologies to enhance our games.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide daily support to the Art and Technical teams, aiding team members in performing their roles efficiently.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track assets in the engine from a technical perspective and document technical and art pipelines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain tools, scripts, and pipelines to streamline art workflows and improve efficiency.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong ability to make critical artistic and process decisions to produce the best quality product quickly and efficiently.
 </li>
 <li>
 Mentor team members and offer support as needed.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Perks &amp; Benefits
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Buffet breakfast in the office every morning
 </li>
 <li>
 Comprehensive private health insurance package
 </li>
 <li>
 Meal card &amp; commute compensation
 </li>
 <li>
 Lots of events and celebrations (check out @crssoft on Instagram)
 </li>
 <li>
 Education fund to support learning and development opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Paid birthday off to spend time with your loved ones
 </li>
 <li>
 A gift book on your birthday
 </li>
 <li>
 All the technical equipment and licenses you need
 </li>
 <li>
 Interviews and Q&amp;A sessions with experts
 </li>
 <li>
 Marriage leave (5 days)
 </li>
 <li>
 No dress code!
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Join Us
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Are you passionate about what you are doing or do you have the craziest ideas? If you have an urge to learn and develop more, then you are welcome at Crs. We work with passion and get inspired by each other. You will always find encouragement to do your best, to join various events, to learn new things, and to have fun!
 
</div>

Senior Technical Artist

Joygame Publishing

<div>
 
 
 Joygame, founded in 2009 and titled Turkey's first gaming company, supports talented gaming studios both in terms of financing and knowledge. It develops and publishes many games that have achieved great success in international markets. Reaching millions of players with different products in pc, mobile and NFT game categories, Joygame aims to provide entertainment experiences to players across all continents with local content.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for a &ldquo;
 
 
 Senior Game Designer
 
 
 " for our Madbyte studio in &Idot;stanbul and needed qualifications are below.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Working
 
 &nbsp;( MMOFPS)
 
 on our new projects (
 
 CO-OP TPS
 
 ).
 </li>
 <li>
 Deconstruction and in-depth analysis of similar games&rsquo; mechanics, especially competitive FPS/TPS titles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams&mdash;character design, gameplay, UI/UX, art, programming&mdash;to iterate and refine game systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement systems and features by closely interacting with artists, programmers, and other team members.
 </li>
 <li>
 Tweak, update or redesign features when needed to maintain a balanced, healthy, and fun gameplay experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure the intended experience is aligned with the vision during development by working in sync with management, developers, and the art team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in various production pipelines to ensure all implementations follow the high-level design strategy.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 3+ years of game design experience.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Published at least one PC game
 
 (preferably in the
 
 shooter
 
 category).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Experience working on at least two different game projects.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Passionate player of competitive FPS and CO-OP games.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Experience with task management tools (Jira, ClickUp, Notion etc.).
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Experience in designing complex game systems.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Basic understanding of programming logic.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Excellent communication skills
 
 and proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Discipline to self-manage, self-evaluate, and provide clear documentation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Sufficient proficiency in written and spoken English.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 The following will be considered as a plus:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proficiency in game economy tools and economic modelling tools (e.g., Machinations).
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of the Steam market and current trends.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in large-scale game projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working on live games.
 </li>
 <li>
 Having launched a Steam game before.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
</div>

Senior Game Designer

Holago Games

<div>
 
 
 About Holago Games
 
 
 
 Holago Games specializes in developing hybrid-casual games. Our goal is to create unique gaming experiences that captivate and engage players.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 Holago Games is seeking a passionate and creative Game Designer/Level Designer to join our team full-time at our Kad&inodot;k&ouml;y office. In this role, you will conceptualize game ideas, design immersive levels, and collaborate closely with the development team to deliver engaging and seamless gameplay experiences.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proficiency in Game Design and Level Design
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Minimum 2 years of
 
 industry
 
 experience
 
 in hybrid-casual games
 </li>
 <li>
 A strong passion for crafting engaging and enjoyable game experiences
 </li>
 <li>
 Creativity combined with excellent problem-solving abilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with current game industry trends and technologies
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong teamwork skills and the ability to meet project deadlines
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Senior Game Designer/Level Designer

Meko Games

Meko Games is a small hypercasual game studio created by gamers, with over 5 million downloads worldwide. We are looking for a Game Designer to help us create new games and improve the ones we already have. We want someone who feels confident coming up with fun ideas and quickly building simple prototypes to test them.Responsibilities<ul><li>Working with game mechanics: developing concepts and technical specifications.</li><li>Supporting the feature development process.</li><li>Working with analytics: analyzing released mechanics, building hypotheses based on data to improve current mechanics and the project as a whole.</li><li>Setting up configurations, including launch parameters and balancing events.</li><li>Reviewing and evaluating game quality at various stages of development through build reviews.</li><li>Monitoring new products and potentially interesting features in other games.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Experience in creation and management of documentation (Concepts &amp; Game Design Document)</li><li>Understanding key metrics of a game product and the ability to propose hypotheses for A/B testing.</li></ul>Will be a plus:<ul><li>Experience with casual projects.</li><li>Experience as a Feature Owner / Lead.</li><li>Experience with LiveOps and monetization.</li><li>Experience in supporting of feature development from concept to release.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: 13,000.00TRY - 33,000.00TRY per month

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