Looking for GUI and 2D Asset Artist for Comedy RPG/Platformer job

Hi there! Thanks for checking out my post. I hope you read through all the information on the game we're looking to make. If it interests you my contact info is below. :)

About Me

I'm a professional software project manager experienced in the waterfall method of project management and the stages of a game development project. I have successfully launched 1 video game and several enterprise level mobile applications. In the course of my job I've also been required to fill in roles in design, development, and QA.

My Role

For this game demo project I am the game's Producer (Project Manager) and will also fill in as a developer and QA resource. Since the bulk of the design work has been done (all except the concept art) I have also filled the Game Designer role.

Project Status

We're currently in the process of producing the final artwork for the game and are working on game mechanic prototypes. Right now we need someone who can assist with GUI art assets as well as 2D assets for in-game items and other ancillary items.

Your Role

You will be an invaluable asset to our current art team and will create the look and feel of the GUI as well as having an integral part in creating the look of the game.

Expectation

The minimum number of hours we ask from each member is 8 hours per week. Many members of the team put in more time than this, but it is a personal choice to do so.

Communication will be over Skype and Discord throughout the project.

Goal of the Project

My goal is to create a single level of the game to use as a prototype to pitch to indie game publishers, investors, or crowdsourcing sites. Once one of these avenues has been secured we will begin the development of the game in earnest. This will also mean further design work will need to be done. We plan to release on PC and will be pursuing a release on Xbox One and PS4 as well.

About the Game

The game I'm looking to make is a cartoon-style 2D platformer with lot's of humor (some good ol' meta humor too). Here are the details of the game:

lean, cartoon-style design

Humorous story, fun item and character names.

Random loot drops used for character progression.

Items will be used to increase character stats.

Level progression will be used in conjunction with loot to increase character stats.

Procedural level creation (Not in demo).

140 levels will be instanced when the game is first started by the player. These will remain the levels from then on unless the player uninstalls and re-installs the game. (Again, not in the demo)

Fast-paced combat with elemental powers used for enhancements (both gameplay and visual enhancements).

There are obviously many more details on how all of this is planned to work, all of which is included in the Design Document. You will, of course, get access to this document if you join the project.

What You Get

This game is currently not funded (This is the point of making the demo, really) so I hope that the following perks will pique your interest:

Listed as an artist in the Game's Credits

Guaranteed Position in the Full Game Development Project

10% of the Net Profits of the Final Game if you continue through the full game project, 5% if contributions end after demo project (dependent of the release of the full and final game)

Chance for company ownership in the future

Thanks for making it to the end! Please contact me if you're interested.

To Apply

Send an email to rich@waywardgamer.com