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Playpower Labs•02.03.26
AI SCORE 8.5

2D Game Design Intern - Remote Opportunity

$240–$360/month
RemoteEdTech Gaming
Adobe Creative Suite•Photoshop•Figma•Illustration•Character Design•AI Art Tools

About the Role

We're excited to announce an opening for a Remote 2D Game Design Intern at Playpower Labs. This role is perfect for energetic individuals who have a passion for art and design, and are eager to explore the intersection of creativity and technology. As a Remote 2D Game Design Intern, you will be instrumental in shaping the visual aspects of our AI-powered educational games, making learning engaging and fun for young learners.

What You'll Do

  • Help design immersive game worlds, characters, and visual themes that bring educational content to life.
  • Create game UI screens, from initial concepts to high-fidelity mockups using Figma.
  • Design 2D game assets including characters, objects, backgrounds, icons, and UI components.
  • Develop mood boards, color palettes, and cohesive style treatments suitable for K–8 learners.
  • Generate and refine game art using AI tools, curating and editing outputs to meet visual standards.
  • Edit and composite AI-generated outputs in Photoshop and Figma to produce production-ready assets.
  • Collaborate with designers, developers, and learning specialists to iterate quickly on designs.

Requirements

  • Strong visual design fundamentals: color, composition, typography, layout, and hierarchy.
  • A keen eye for art direction with sensitivity to designing for children.
  • Ability to work with AI art tools (like ChatGPT, Midjourney) and traditional editing tools (Photoshop, Figma).
  • Eager to experiment and push creative boundaries.
  • Hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).
  • Proficiency in Figma, including components and prototyping.
  • Illustration or character design skills are a plus.

Nice to Have

  • Basic animation skills using tools like Lottie, After Effects, or Spine.
  • Prior experience designing for EdTech, children's products, or 2D games.

What We Offer

  • Remote-first work culture allowing you to work from anywhere.
  • A 6-month internship with the potential for a full-time offer.
  • A stipend of ₹20,000 – ₹30,000/month.
  • The chance to design real-world EdTech experiences used by millions.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Remote 2D Game Design Intern position offers a unique opportunity to work with AI tools in the EdTech space, creating engaging educational games for children. The role is fully remote, providing flexibility and a chance to design impactful learning experiences.

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Who Will Succeed Here

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Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Figma, with a strong portfolio showcasing illustration and character design skills tailored for interactive media.

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Self-motivated and adaptable, thriving in a remote work environment while demonstrating excellent time management and the ability to meet deadlines without direct supervision.

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Passionate about merging creativity with technology, especially in the context of AI art tools, and eager to learn and experiment with cutting-edge design techniques to enhance educational game experiences.

Learning Resources

→Adobe Photoshop CC Tutorial for Beginnersvideo
→Learn Figma: The Complete Guidecourse
→Character Design for Games: A Complete Guidearticle

Career Path

2D Game Design Intern(Now)→Junior Game Designer(1-2 years)→2D Game Artist / Senior Game Designer(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$14.5B
Annual Growth
7.2%
AI Adoption in Creative Tools
45%
Investment in Game Design Software
+35%
Labour Demand for Game Design Roles
+25%
Avg Salary for Game Design Interns
$40K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Adobe Creative SuitePhotoshopFigma
Growing in Demand
3D Modeling (Blender, Maya)Game Development (Unity, Unreal Engine)Motion Graphics (After Effects)
Declining
Flash AnimationCorelDRAW

Domain Trends

Rise of AI in Game Design
AI tools are being increasingly adopted, with 45% of game designers using AI for character design and asset generation.
Shift to Remote Game Development
Over 60% of game development companies are now offering remote positions, reflecting a permanent shift in work culture.
Increased Focus on Indie Game Development
The indie game sector is growing at a rate of 20% annually, driven by lower barriers to entry and the rise of digital distribution platforms.

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