Creative Designer at The Village Companies

Pulaski, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Sep, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

30 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Illustration, Concept Sketching, Graphic Design, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Print Production, Typography, Visual Storytelling, Layout Design, Color Management, Composition, Project Management

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Description The Village Companies – Bay Tek Entertainment Get Paid to BUILD COOL STUFF! Who We Are The Village Companies is a family-owned organization made up of multiple businesses across manufacturing services, amusement, and consumer products. Together, we design, build, and deliver innovative products and experiences enjoyed around the world. What makes us different? We combine creativity, craftsmanship, and Midwest work ethic to create things most companies only dream about. Learn more at www.thevillage.bz. The Village Companies – Bay Tek Entertainment Division Bay Tek Entertainment, founded in 1977, is a family owned and operated business driven to provide fun and profit through innovative ticket redemption and VR games. Bay Tek designs and manufactures arcade and virtual reality games enjoyed around the world. Our employees share one vision: becoming the best in the world at developing and manufacturing unforgettable entertainment experiences. Located in Pulaski, Wisconsin (just 25 minutes northwest of Green Bay), we’re proud to call a small-town community home—where hard work, teamwork, and having fun go hand in hand. Why You’ll Love Working Here We believe work should be more than just a paycheck. At The Village Companies, you’ll have the chance to: ? Build cool stuff ? Learn new skills and grow your career ? Share ideas and make an impact ? Work in a clean, safe environment ? Enjoy casual attire and real work/life balance ? Be part of a team that supports each other We call it Happiness at Work—and we mean it. Hours & Pay Schedule: Monday–Thursday 7:00am–4:30pm; Friday 7:00am-11:00am Pay Range: $70,000–$80,000 annually Perks & Benefits We generously reward hard work and initiative with a full benefits package designed to support both your career and your well-being, including: ? Medical, Dental, Life & Disability Insurance ? Vision Coverage ? On-site Fitness & Wellness Center ? 401(k) ? Employee Assistance Program (EAP) ? Tuition Reimbursement ? Onboarding, training, and development opportunities ? Plus more great perks! Position Summary The Creative Designer plays a key role in developing the visual identity of our arcade games from early concept through production. This position is ideal for a designer who enjoys creating original concepts, illustrations, cabinet artwork, and printed graphics that bring games to life. Working closely with the Creative Lead, engineers, and product designers, the Creative Designer develops visual themes, concept artwork, cabinet graphics, playfield elements, decals, and production-ready artwork that support both the player experience and the final product. The ideal candidate is a highly creative designer with strong illustration skills, excellent graphic design fundamentals, and experience preparing art for print production. While this role is primarily focused on concept development and graphic design, we're looking for someone who is excited to grow their skills in animation, digital asset creation, and emerging creative technologies as project needs evolve. Responsibilities Develop original concepts, illustrations, and visual themes for arcade games and entertainment products Design production-ready artwork for game cabinets, marquees, decals, control panels, and other printed graphics Create concept sketches, renderings, and presentation artwork to communicate game ideas Collaborate with Creative, Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering teams throughout product development Refine artwork and graphics to support evolving gameplay concepts and product requirements Prepare print-ready files and work with internal teams and outside vendors to ensure production quality Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas for new games, features, and player experiences Support product reviews, prototype evaluations, and creative refinements throughout development Assist with promotional graphics and digital assets as needed Requirements Education & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, Industrial Design, or a related creative field. 4–6 years of professional experience in graphic design, product design, themed entertainment, toys, games, children's products, consumer products, or a related creative field. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Required Exceptional illustration and concept sketching abilities Strong graphic design and layout skills Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Experience preparing artwork for commercial print production Understanding of printing processes, materials, color management, and production specifications Ability to translate ideas into compelling visual concepts Strong typography, composition, and visual storytelling skills Excellent collaboration and communication skills Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities Self-motivated with strong attention to detail Preferred (Nice to Have) Experience creating digital assets for games or interactive products Basic animation or motion graphics experience (After Effects or similar) Familiarity with 3D software such as Blender or Cinema 4D Basic understanding of game engines such as Unity or Unreal Experience with AI-assisted creative workflows or digital illustration tools Interest in expanding creative skills into animation, digital content creation, and emerging design technologies Willingness to learn new software, tools, and workflows as our creative process continues to evolve Travel Requirements 10% travel to tradeshows and/or game room test sites Potential travel between local Village companies Physical Requirements Ability to lift 30 lbs occasionally Working Environment Design Office environment – 90% Product Development Shop – 10% Game Room locations Regular, reliable, and predictable on-site attendance is an essential function of this position. The position requires in-person collaboration with coworkers, participation in team meetings, and immediate availability to support departmental operations. Online applications only. No phone calls or in-person applications please. No relocation assistance available. The Village Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individual with Disabilities.

Responsibilities

Develop original visual concepts, illustrations, and production-ready artwork for arcade game cabinets and printed graphics. Collaborate with engineering teams to refine visual themes and support the overall player experience from concept to production.