Art Manager

Posted: 11 months
Art and Animation
Full-Time
Director / Manager
Europe
ART · CI GAMES GROUP · FULLY REMOTE

Art Manager


CI Games is looking for a talented Art Manager to lead our gaming art team.

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CI Games is looking for a talented Art Manager to lead our gaming art team. You’ll be joining the team on an ambitious and original open world survival game with a horror
thematic. We’re putting a unique twist on the formula, both in mechanics and the environmental challenges we set for the player. Visual quality is paramount, so we’re building in Unreal Engine 5.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for gaming, deep knowledge of the industry, and experience managing a team of creatives. They will be responsible for ensuring the art team produces high-quality, visually stunning, and engaging gaming content. Additionally, this individual will collaborate closely with product and design teams to ensure timely delivery of projects and align the team's work with the company's goals.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage, lead, and mentor a team of artists, animators, and designers.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align the art team's efforts with company goals.
  • Create and maintain project schedules and deadlines.
  • Oversee the creation and implementation of all art assets.
  • Develop and maintain art production pipelines, including tools, best practices, and processes.
  • Review and provide feedback on all art produced by the team.
  • Conduct team performance reviews and provide constructive criticism.
  • Manage relationships with external partners, such as freelancers and vendors.

Key Requirements:

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience managing an art team in the gaming or entertainment industry.
  • Portfolio of released game titles or other relevant art projects.
  • Proficiency in at least one of the following: Illustration, 3D modelling, texture creation, animation, or concept art.
  • Knowledge of industry-leading tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite, Unity, or Unreal Engine.
  • Understanding of art production pipelines, asset optimization, and performance limitations.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
  • Passion for gaming and the industry, creativity and innovation.

What we offer:

  • Attractive remuneration, holidays and social events. Our environments thrive with collaborative teamwork with people from all around the world, different nationalities, and languages.
  • A supportive community inclusive of LGBTQ+, and any age, ethnicity, religion, or disability. We care about the wellbeing of our employees and have a dedicated employee wellbeing programme.
  • Flexibility with our core hours, and no-notice holidays.
  • Annual discretionary studio bonus
  • Free games and merchandise
  • Wrap parties for game releases
  • Remote/Homeworking from anywhere in Europe with flexible working schedules, a fun environment, and a relaxing culture, including the opportunity to work with the leading technology and creative minds in the world.
  • Learn as you work and be part of something real that changes the face of gaming - forever

We are an equal opportunities employer with a commitment to building a diverse workforce, representative of the world we live and game in!
Accessibility is at the heart of our games and we reflect that in how we operate as a business. Should you require adjustments or flexible arrangements to interview, or take up a role at with us, please let us know in your application and we will accommodate to the best of our ability.


Department
Art
Locations
CI Games Group
Remote status
Fully Remote
Job Expired

About CI Games

At our studios we have been creating globally recognised games for 20 years with our most popular franchise selling over 14 million copies! 
We share a passion for creating exceptional games with the best global talent available. Our roles are completely remote, which means you can work from anywhere in the World.
We currently have a number of exciting projects in the pipeline in Unreal Engine 5, with true ownership of their creative direction. We are excited about pushing the boundaries of creativity with passion, drive and teamwork. 
We are looking for self-starter individuals who can hit the ground running in a fast paced multi-disciplined environment. If that sounds like you, take a look at our open roles or sign up to receive notifications via our Career Page.


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