Art Director

4 мес. назад

SwedenEuropeDirectorHybrid

Art Director to lead creative vision and help build a brand new team for a game IP moving into pre-production.

We are now seeking an Art Director to be a part of our project moving from the prototyping phase into pre-production. This is a rare opportunity to join and help build a brand new team and impact the identity of an IP for years to come. If you are a person who likes being challenged and stimulated in an ambitious and talented environment this position will suit you perfectly!

Responsible for defining and executing the Visual Style and Tone, and setting the visual quality bar that is perfect for a game’s unique needs.
You will develop and lead the Art Team with clarity of vision, guiding them and providing constructive feedback across multiple different art specialisations.
To carry forth the artistic vision of the game from prototyping into execution, launch, and beyond.
While the visual quality of the game is your priority, your long term goal is to make an excellent game experience.
Utilise your knowledge of gaming field trends, as well as gaming design requirements and limitations

Experience having shipped a AA or AAA game working as a mentor, manager and/or Art Director
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including artistic feedback
Excellent skills in Maya, Photoshop, Z-brush or equivalent
Strong understanding of colour, composition, and visual storytelling
Ability to provide visual and written briefs for artists
Ability to work with and support outsourcing partners
Broad range of experience or knowledge on a wide range of art specialisms and styles
Ability to create a range of high and low poly objects such as props, buildings and organic objects(rocks, trees, etc)
Experience with Unreal
A good understanding of rendering technology including lighting, VFX/particle systems, renders passes, grading and post FX
Understand game design practice particularly mission and levels, game experience and an active player
Knowledge and understanding of anatomy - with an eye for accurate proportions, form, and details
Knowledge and understanding of various natural and urban landscapes - with an eye for accurate proportions, form, composition, and details.