What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Director position at UpRecruit?
- 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.
- 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
Salary : $135,000 - $170,000