Description
We are looking for a passionate Art Director who is comfortable moving from style to style and identifying the key stylistic characteristics across a variety of projects. As Art Director, you will work closely with the local production team and have possibilities working with multiple studios and getting to know the latest gaming animation production procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
Understand client’s requirements and artistic style of various projects
You will be responsible for understanding the client's requirements and artistic style of various projects. This includes providing art guidance for the Chinese production team and ensuring that the visual direction and quality control of work meet the client's expectations.
Building rapport, trust, and clear lines of communication with clients
You will be responsible for building rapport, trust, and clear lines of communication with clients. This includes establishing a good working relationship with clients and ensuring that their needs are met.
Help with estimation, team feedback and pipeline development
You will be responsible for helping with estimation, team feedback, and pipeline development. This includes assisting with project timelines, communicating client art feedback, and establishing processes.
Leading teams of artists by instruction and setting example
You will be responsible for leading teams of artists by instruction and setting example. This includes guiding and mentoring artists to ensure that they meet the required standards.
Define and communicate the key components of the project style and design
You will be responsible for defining and communicating the key components of the project style and design. This includes identifying the key elements of the project and ensuring that they are communicated effectively to the team.
Collaborate with different 3D Art teams, coordinate resources and projects between multiple internal Chinese and external teams and studios
You will be responsible for collaborating with different 3D Art teams, coordinating resources and projects between multiple internal Chinese and external teams and studios.
Requirements
- Passionate about games, proven 3+ years art leadership working experience as in either the game industry or related entertainment industry.
- Excellent Chinese and English (written and verbal) skills.
- Strong game production work experience showcasing top quality work.
- Ability to work in multiple software packages and game engines (i.e. 3DS Max, Maya, Zbrush, Unreal, Unity).
- Expert understanding of industry standard techniques and tools.
- Excellent communication skills, with an understanding for the value of listening to as well as providing feedback, confidence to ask the right questions.
- Team Player, quick learner and self-motivated.
- Enthusiasm to expand knowledge in keeping with industry evolution.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Fun working environment
- Working with the biggest names in the gaming industry