Art Director

JUST ADD... YOU!

The Role
Just Add Water (JAW) are looking for experienced to join us Art Director to help bring some art magic to a range of AAA titles. This is an opportunity for you to drive forward some major titles and evolve the art teams…

Job Responsibilities

• Lead young and enthusiastic team in development of AAA quality environments and assets
• Work with production to ensure realistic schedules are developed and adhered to
• Provide reviews and feedback for your team members
• Encourage creativity from all team members
• Maintain a close working relationship with your direct manager, producers, leads, directors and other teams to push project quality
• Help to raise the quality bar and leading by example when producing high quality work
• Bring your knowledge of techniques to bear as a mentor and trainer for your team
• Ensure that produced and integrated assets respect the artistic vision of the game and meet the quality standards

Qualifications

• You have to love games
• Multiple years of experience in the video game industry
• Experience in team leadership and management
• Excellent knowledge of 3D software (3DS Max, Zbrush, etc.)
• Excellent knowledge in Photoshop or other equivalent packages
• Good knowledge in game engines
• Strong artistic skills
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork oriented attitude
• Problem solving attitude
• Able to drive change and inspire others to generate new ideas

If you have the skills to deliver on this role, we would be delighted to hear from you!

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