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Description of the role
As an Art Director, you’ll partner up with the art team and other Genpop leadership to drive the artistic vision of our unique, slime-centric title. In this high-profile role, you’ll own the definition of our art style and quality bar. You’ll coordinate and oversee the art team to produce world-class visuals and find creative solutions to technical constraints while maximizing the team’s potential through positive coaching and mentorship. Join a passionate team of talented individuals working on an innovative AAA team shooter with new and interesting challenges in a world where slime is ubiquitous.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Creative Director to bring the game's spirit and artistic vision to life
- Join Genpop leadership and drive the efforts to define and champion our art pillars
- Provide direction to the internal art team and 3rd party providers and define milestones
- Work with your team leads to define and improve the art pipeline
- Ensure artistic quality meets expectations
- Mentor and coach all artistic disciplines so they can grow with the project
- Lead recruitment efforts to build a AAA quality art team
Qualifications
- 5-10 years of relevant experience
- 1-3 years experience in video game development
- Experience shipping game projects
- Experience managing an art team
- A portfolio that demonstrates world class artistic vision and the ability to use different artistic styles
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Experience balancing scope and performance trade-offs
- Familiarity with video game content pipelines
Nice-to-haves
- 5+ years experience in video game development
- Familiar with Unreal Engine 4
- Experience with asset creation tools like Maya, Blender or 3ds Max
- An active interest in eSports
Although we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.