2D/UI Artist - Europa Universalis V

Location: Sitges, Barcelona, Spain; 100% onsite

Company

Paradox Tinto, founded by hirify.global, is a small gameplay-focused studio developing Europa Universalis V, the latest entry in a long-running grand strategy franchise.

What you will do

• Create and implement illustrations, icons, UI elements, and other 2D art assets across Europa Universalis V.
• Translate UX and design intent into clear, readable, accessible UI in collaboration with Content Design, UI, and other artists.
• Own artwork from brief through implementation, identify problems early, and make effective visual decisions.
• Propose improvements to art clarity, production pipelines, and the overall game presentation.
• Follow and help refine established art direction and style guides while maintaining meticulous quality and consistency.
• Give and receive feedback from the Managing Art Lead and peers.

Requirements

• Professional experience as a 2D or UI artist, ideally including 3+ years in games, with a strong portfolio.
• Strong knowledge of digital painting software such as Photoshop.
• Strong 2D fundamentals in composition, lighting, material expression, and colour, with the ability to match an existing style.
• Familiarity with scripting and UI implementation, plus a technical problem-solving mindset.
• Understanding of UX principles and the ability to collaborate closely with designers.
• Practical use of AI-assisted tools when scripting, or a genuine appetite to learn them.
• Friendly, helpful, collaborative teamwork and clear, direct written and spoken English communication.

Nice to have

• Experience with Paradox grand strategy games, especially Europa Universalis, and genuine interest in the genre.
• Passion for history, historical research, and period-accurate art.
• Experience working on a live title with recurring updates.

Culture & Benefits

• Small, gameplay-focused team where contributors can influence the game, studio, and culture.
• Relaxed, stress-free atmosphere with accessible, experienced managers and no development plans reliant on crunch; overtime is uncommon and not encouraged.
• 25 working days of vacation per year, private health insurance, and flexible compensation for meals or public transport.
• Wellhub subscription, private office gym, optional yoga and HIIT sessions, healthy snacks, soft drinks, and a private garden.
• Free access to the Paradox catalogue on Steam and regular team activities.

Hiring process

• Applications are reviewed and interviews are conducted continuously, so early application is encouraged.
• Candidates who do not meet every requirement may explain how their passion, attitude, and interest in Paradox compensate.