Role Description We are seeking a Head of Art to lead the visual direction of the game and guide our talented team of artists across all disciplines. This is a core leadership role responsible for defining the artistic vision, setting the quality standards, and ensuring consistency across all assets—from concept to final in-game implementation.
Key Responsibilities Oversee a team of five in-house and eight external 2D/3D artists, ensuring the creative vision is met.
Define responsibilities, highlight growth opportunities, evaluate performance, and promote team members .
Optimize team performance by identifying new profiles and hiring additional talent as needed.
Communicate essential goals, act as a motivator, and lead by example to drive team success .
Gather and address feedback from team members while maintaining discipline and fairness .
Ensure deadlines are met and that lessons learned are applied to continuously improve team processes .
Collaborate closely with the head of product, head of development, and the CEO to align artistic direction with overall strategy .
Nice to have: Minimum 2 years of leadership experience and 4+ years working as a 3D artist or in a similar role.
Advanced knowledge of established 3D modeling software, content pipelines, and custom tools .
Experience with 3D tools such as Substance texturing tools and Photoshop .
Strong leadership skills with a high level of empathy for motivating highly qualified teams.
Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical team members.
Exceptional organizational, moderation, and social skills paired with strong assertiveness .
A strong portfolio showcasing contributed products.
Degree in game development, formal art education, or equivalent experience.
Advanced knowledge of shader languages, scripting, and programming .
Experience in the video game industry with a proven track record on shipped products .
Seniority level Director
Employment type Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries Computer Games
#J-18808-Ljbffr