Senior Inking Artist (Contract)

The Opportunity
Novel Labs is a leading web3 production studio that specializes in developing NFTs, storytelling, gaming, animation, and community building. As a pioneer in the field, we leverage blockchain technology to create immersive experiences that push the boundaries of art and technology.
We are currently seeking a talented
Senior Inking Artist (Contract)
with strong capabilities to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects within the web3 ecosystem, contributing your expertise in inking and comic book illustration to bring our visions to life. You will collaborate closely with our creative team, including writers, artists, and animators, to create visually stunning and compelling artwork for our NFT collections.
Responsibilities:
Create high-quality inked artwork for one or more of our products such as NFT-collections, game assets, comics
Deliver top quality assets production inking for our High Res collection
Focus on character traits of our NFT collection (Forms / Mouth / Wings)
Collaborate with the creative team to understand their vision and translate it into visually appealing artwork
Bring life and personality to characters through skillful inking techniques
Ensure consistency in the visual style and maintain the artistic integrity of the projects
Work within project timelines and deliver artwork on schedule
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior artists when necessary
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and techniques, continuously improving your skills and knowledge
Contribute to the development of the web3 community by sharing your expertise and participating in industry events and discussions
Requirements
We are looking for someone who has:
Proven experience as an inking artist in the field of web-based comics, animation, or related industries
Strong portfolio showcasing your inking skills and artwork
Proficiency in state of the art digital art tools and software,
Bonus if you have 3D skills in Blender (or similar) and Gravity Sketch VR
Excellent understanding of anatomy, perspective, lighting, and composition.Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take direction from the creative leads
A keen eye for detail and the ability to work with precision
Strong organizational and time management skills to meet project deadlines
Passionate about web3, NFTs, and the intersection of art and technology
Excellent communication skills and the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback
Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Experience with blockchain technology and understanding of the NFT ecosystem is a plus
If you are a talented inking artist looking to make a significant impact in the web3 space and work on groundbreaking projects, we would love to hear from you. This is a contract position with the potential for further collaboration on future projects. Join us at Novel Labs and be part of shaping the future of art and technology!
Benefits
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
What you'll learn:
You'll be on the bleeding edge of Web3!
A once in a generation chance to explore a new business model on the path to decentralisation - what more exciting time to engage in a nascent industry. Value creation is a big driver here, and the opportunity to own part of what you build
Who you will work with: Our amazing team of Web3 fanatics and some of the most exciting partners in this space!
You'll be at the forefront of defining the industry alongside some of the most prominent leading minds and figures in web3
With that, we're a creative lighthouse. You'll be working with the world's S-tier talent in gaming brands, animation studios, and games studios
How we work:
Intentionally Remote-first; Open and aspiring to be ‘silo-free'; Flexible and asynchronous.
With new ways of building business, comes new ways of working: (Office hours Mon-Fri 9-5 are a hang-over from the industrial revolution and ‘Owner vs Worker' mentality. This is the true digital revolution!) We are a truly decentralised and distributed team, and the way we choose to operate embraces that so that we are asynchronous, inclusive, flexible and outcome-focussed
You have autonomy in what you do and the ability to make a real impact. We believe in the ethos of ‘hire smarter than you' and letting those people loose to do what they do best
How we behave:
We are a people-first team with a real focus on supporting one another - we were made in the storm!
Our operating values centre around being quality-driven, level-headed in a fast-paced environment and behaving compliantly
The sum of our parts is greater than that of the whole and it is ESSENTIAL that we have each others' backs and pull together as a team
We want to be on the right side of history (it can be a bit ‘Wild Westy' out there!) We're investing in our future as ‘good actors in this space' and are layering in CSR (corporate social responsibility) as part of our infrastructure. We see compliance as a competitive advantage
How we look after you:
Burn-out in this industry is rife and we don't want to be a contributing factor. Health is wealth!
People aren't happy or effective when they are tired, stressed and over-worked. We encourage you to take at least 1 week off in each quarter plus public holidays and take time to spend doing things that are important to you with the people who matter.
(We'd prefer not to count up ‘holiday days taken' as we're really focussed on the work being done rather than when you do it!)
Weekly 1:1 check-ins from line managers and colleagues, and continuous wrap-around support
Incentivised and rewarded for impact and contribution;
You can choose to be paid in fiat (local currency) or Crypto (USDC, USDT or Eth)
How we socialise:
International team off-sites, travel, local meet-ups.If you're part of Novel, you've community everywhere
We are a decentralised community that hosts events around the world weekly.
A bank vault in New York
An incredible 6 star luxury Finca in Ibiza
A yacht in Miami
A speakeasy in London
A forest retreat in Frankfurt
You'll have access to exclusive blockchain events around the world
The friendliest community to hang out in when you've finished inking for the day ;-)