Art Director
UpRecruit, United States

• Title: Art Director
• Salary: $135 - $170K
• Requirements: 7+ yrs exp in Unreal Engine
• Location: 100% remote

Our client, a unique Gaming company, is seeking an Art Director to join their all-star team. We’re on the hunt for a passionate team leader who is confident in setting the artistic direction for an upcoming suite of PC/Console games. The ideal candidate will have Unreal Engine expertise + a passion for game development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Creative Director to design cohesive artistic vision for the game
• Balance creative aspirations with technical constraints for visually stunning and optimal game performance
• Establish a unified style for all game components and maintain high quality and attention to detail
• Work closely with various teams to translate concepts, story elements, and gameplay mechanics into consistent art assets
• Lead and inspire a team of artists and animators, providing clear direction, feedback, and mentorship
• Define art deliverables and schedules within indie budgets and timeframes.
• Communicate effectively with development teams, domain experts, marketing, and management.
• Contribute to the Impact Gaming sector by developing innovative models aligning game design with positive social impact and business outcomes.
• Stay updated on industry trends to ensure compelling and relevant art direction.

Requirements

• 7+ yrs exp with a background in Unreal Engine + other design tools (Maya, 3D Max)
• Shipped 1+ games (PC and/or Console)
• Migrated a game from 2D to 3D
• Strong leadership personality required - looking for a visionary!
• Strength in Environment Art and/or VFX
• Worked on Stylized games
• Art portfolio

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