Game Artist - AI Trainer

Opportunity Overview

Handshake is looking for skilled Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm users to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll draw on your hands-on experience with pixel art, sprite creation, or 2D game asset design to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand visual tasks and game art workflows.

This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside anything else you have going on.

Who This Is For

This is a good fit if you're an experienced Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm user who has worked in or around roles like:

• Pixel Artist or Game Artist
• Indie Game Developer
• 2D Animator or Game Asset Designer

You should have solid experience with one or more of the following

• Sprite creation, pixel art, or 2D game asset design using Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm
• Annotating or labeling game art assets
• Creating game assets following style guides or project briefs
• Reviewing game art for quality, accuracy, or stylistic consistency

What You'll Do

You'll use your experience with Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm to create tool-related questions and review AI-generated responses for accuracy and relevance to real-world pixel art and game asset workflows.

No prior AI or technical experience is required.

Qualifications

We're looking for people who have

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with Defold, Solar2D, MonoGame, libGDX, Panda3D, Cocos2d-x, and/or PyCharm, whether through professional work or freelance projects
• A working knowledge of pixel art and 2D game asset concepts and workflows
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and follow written guidelines

Work Model and Project Details

• Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role)
• Location: Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or laptop computer
• Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project
• Duration: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available

Application Process

• Create a Handshake account
• Upload your resume and submit your portfolio
• Verify your identity
• Get matched and onboarded into relevant projects
• Start working and earning

Work Authorization

Must be currently residing in the United States.

F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility. If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school's requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. See our Help Center article https://support.joinhandshake.com/hc/en-us/articles/32245223383703-Fellowship-Work-Authorization-Eligibility for more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.