This client is the developer of award-winning casual games for mobile and social platforms, This client produces and distributes trading cards, anime, tokusatsu, slot machines, pachinko machines, and arcade cabinets, and is a video game developer and publisher.

We’re looking for an Art Director to help aid the Video Gaming Art team. The ideal candidate will have an eye for quality. You will work with the creative team to help ensure the highest quality standards and reliability in their games.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance/direction for not only art, but UI, design, animation, sound, branding, typography, and CGI look & feel
• Directs the art concept, production, post-production of multiple projects to deliver on-budget, on-time, on-model, technically compliant, and performant game art
• Prepares Creative Briefs that include project summary, demographics/relevant data, mood-board, look & feel references, mockups, and timeline
• Contribute to the further development of the content pipeline
  
• Participates in creative brainstorming sessions in coordination with Creative Director and Product Managers
• Meets with the Creative Directors, Producers, and Product Managers as needed for reviews, sprint planning, and roadmap planning
  
• Has visibility into asset delivery dates; can speak to this in absence of Producer
• Present project proposals and team updates to company stakeholders
• Responsible for mentoring/training new hires to the team and stimulating a positive environment to ensure cultural cohesion is upheld

Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience in Game Art Management (casual casino highly preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Video Game Production or related field and technologies.
• Individual Contributor = Able to work hands-on as needed to provide sketch layouts, concepts, drawover, and paintover
• Team Player-- open to new ideas and supportive of sharing & creativity
  
• Experience in critiquing and clear communication of ideas
• Expert understanding of foundation art principles including drawing, color theory, anatomy, lighting
• Expert understanding of typography and graphic design
• Ability to work in a fast-paced creative and collaborative work environment
  
• A good mentor to junior staff-- has applicable career experience and can speak to it
• Self-directed, driven; willing to ask for help or engage assistance
  

Benefits and Perks

• 100% health benefit coverage for you and your dependents!
• Performance-based bonuses.
• 401K plan and stock options.
• Flexible vacation policy.
• Great downtown Austin location with extensive nearby dining options and vibrant nightlife.
• Employee-driven entertainment, happy hours, and team-building events.
• Catered lunches multiple times per week.
• Snacks and drinks available in the kitchen.
• Casual work environment.
• An open, collaborative workspace.
• Commuter benefits program.
• *** During COVID 19 we are currently working from home