Toys & Games, Entertainment, Consumer Goods

Commissioning Art Director - D&D

Renton, WAOnsiteFull TimeDirector$109,100–$180,600 /yrPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

fantasy illustration
art direction
freelance illustrators
brand standards
Dungeons & Dragons
Adobe Photoshop
MS Office Suite
organization skills
emerging artists
print

Nice to have

accessibility standards
TTRPG
graphic design

Role summary

This Commissioning Art Director role focuses on sourcing and directing freelance illustrators for Dungeons & Dragons artwork. The position requires a strong understanding of fantasy illustration, artistic fundamentals, and brand standards, with at least 2 years of commercial art experience. Key responsibilities include managing artwork commissions, maintaining artist relationships, providing art direction, and collaborating with leadership on creative initiatives. Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and MS Office is essential, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. Familiarity with print/digital platforms and D&D's specific tone is preferred.

We take play seriously. We’re looking for curious adventurers ready to find their party, fueled by imagination and drive to build what’s never been built before. At Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast, you’ll collaborate with passionate teams to reimagine our iconic brands and create experiences that spark joy, connection, and community through the magic of play. This is your chance to shape legendary play that lasts a lifetime.

What You'll Do:

Commission a high volume of artwork by identifying freelance illustrators, providing ongoing art direction, maintaining strong partner relationships, and delivering regular status updates to the Lead Art Director and Producer.

Apply a strong eye for detail and a solid understanding of artistic fundamentals to source and deliver high-quality artwork aligned with Dungeons & Dragons publishing schedules and brand standards.

Collaborate with department leaders and participate in brainstorms focused on future Dungeons & Dragons creative initiatives and workflow/process improvements.

Present updates to leadership by showcasing work and clearly contextualizing it within the broader visual strategy.

What You’ll Bring:

2+ yrs commercial art experience.

A portfolio demonstrating strong creative vision with a cinematic lens.

Strong communication skills and capable of giving and receiving feedback.

High attention to detail and organization skills

Deep knowledge of current fantasy illustration market/talent and modern print/press techniques and processes. Have an interest in discovering diverse, emerging artists

Adept in Adobe Photoshop, proficient MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook).

Nice to Have:

Familiarity with accessibility standards in publishing or interactive storytelling.

Knowledge of D&D’s tone, audience, and content structure, or similar genre entertainment brands.

Comfortable working across print, digital, and marketing platforms as needed.

Love for entertainment, other TTRPG brands, and exploring new avenues in traditional graphic design practices.

The pay transparency range for this role is listed below. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location and market conditions. Additionally, employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package.

Pay Range$109,100—$180,600 USD

Employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility. Benefits and programs may include:

Health & Wellness

Time Off to Recharge

Financial Well-being

Life & Family Support

Volunteer and Community Initiatives

Learning & Development

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