Senior Illustrator
Multiplayer Studio
Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Multiplayer Studio is open worldwide, so South Africans can apply. The estimated monthly salary is R154,167 – R208,125 ZAR. This role is suited for senior-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
About MultiplayerWe are Multiplayer! We design and build products that work for people, so people can do their best work.We design product experiences that bring purpose and delight to everyday tasks. Working side by side with our clients, we help rapidly build their internal design capabilities. And we’re dedicated to fostering happiness in our own culture and in every client relationship.We believe happiness is good business. When people are happier at work, they perform better, think smarter, and achieve more. This belief powers our approach, which we callHappiness by Design.Let’s build a happier way to work—together.
About Multiplayer
We are Multiplayer! We design and build products that work for people, so people can do their best work.
We design product experiences that bring purpose and delight to everyday tasks. Working side by side with our clients, we help rapidly build their internal design capabilities. And we’re dedicated to fostering happiness in our own culture and in every client relationship.
We believe happiness is good business. When people are happier at work, they perform better, think smarter, and achieve more. This belief powers our approach, which we callHappiness by Design.
Let’s build a happier way to work—together.
The person we're looking forWe’re seeking aSenior Illustratorwith a proven ability to create illustrations that bring complex ideas and brands to life, guide teams on the craft of visual storytelling, and shape an illustration strategy that supports both users and business goals.Job OverviewSome things you will be responsible for:Create illustrations across a wide range of styles, adapting your approach to fit each client's brand, audience, and tone.Work within established illustration languages, respecting what's already there while pushing it forward in ways that feel natural to the brand.Create moodboards and gather reference that set a clear creative direction for each project.Talk clients and the team through your thinking, explaining how the references come together and the outcome they point toward.Develop new, ownable illustration styles for clients, drawing on reference, research, and inspiration to create something distinct and true to their brand.Build illustration systems, not just one-off pieces. Think reusable elements, clear rules, and style guides that hold up as a brand grows.Document your styles so the wider team can confidently use and extend them across a project.Explore new tools and technologies, including AI, as a way to extend your craft. You'll help shape how these tools are used so the quality and intent of your work carries through, even when others are producing with it.Bring strong fundamentals in composition, color, and visual storytelling to every piece, and turn complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals.Make sure your work meets accessibility standards for web and digital products.Collaborate closely with designers, art directors, and project teams to bring ideas to life.Last but certainly not least, as a member of our team we hope you embrace and contribute to our culture of continuous creative improvement, innovation, and excellence, and always search for ways to help make a positive impact on the team!RequirementsProven 5 years full-time industry experience as an illustratorPortfolio we can accessMust have a minimum 3-hour overlap with Toronto EDT timezoneBenefits$100,000- $135,000 annuallyWork from anywhereAnnual 15% discretionary bonusCompetitive salaryPaid time off (over 20 days)Health benefitsTraining & development opportunitiesAnnual team-wide trip
The person we're looking for
We’re seeking aSenior Illustratorwith a proven ability to create illustrations that bring complex ideas and brands to life, guide teams on the craft of visual storytelling, and shape an illustration strategy that supports both users and business goals.
Job Overview
Some things you will be responsible for:
* Create illustrations across a wide range of styles, adapting your approach to fit each client's brand, audience, and tone.
* Work within established illustration languages, respecting what's already there while pushing it forward in ways that feel natural to the brand.
* Create moodboards and gather reference that set a clear creative direction for each project.
* Talk clients and the team through your thinking, explaining how the references come together and the outcome they point toward.
* Develop new, ownable illustration styles for clients, drawing on reference, research, and inspiration to create something distinct and true to their brand.
* Build illustration systems, not just one-off pieces. Think reusable elements, clear rules, and style guides that hold up as a brand grows.
* Document your styles so the wider team can confidently use and extend them across a project.
* Explore new tools and technologies, including AI, as a way to extend your craft. You'll help shape how these tools are used so the quality and intent of your work car
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
At R154,167/month, this role pays well above the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($100,000/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
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About Multiplayer Studio
Multiplayer Studio is a company in the Design industry that hires remote workers from South Africa.