Art Manager PC/Console Games North-West England REF 2894

This role is for a leading-edge game development company, using cutting-edge technology and creativity to provide co-development services. As an Art Manager, you will contribute to planning and scheduling of artwork, mentor artists, and support team development. The role is ideally hybrid or studio-based and located in the North-West of England.

What you will be doing:

• planning artwork, defining milestones, and scheduling tasks.
• You will also be involved in resourcing decisions, ensuring awareness of dependencies and artwork status.
• you will update the art team on project status, maintain documentation, and serve as a contact point for interdisciplinary communication.
• you will review job applications, conduct interviews, mentor artists, and assist in decision-making for promotions and training.
• Additionally, you will contribute to the development of art team strategies and structures, while fostering a positive and professional work environment.

What we need from you:

• Self-motivation and strong organisational abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with confidence in expressing ideas effectively.
• Experience in mentoring artists or animators, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and tact.
• A positive team spirit, a sense of humour, and enthusiasm for team development.
• Understanding of the game development lifecycle and terminology, including knowledge of art content pipelines, asset management, and proficiency in tools such as Shot grid, Jira, Trello, and Excel.

Benefits:

• Company Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working hours.
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme (including dental) & Eye Care Scheme.
• Annual Bonus – rewarding great teamwork.
• Free Parking.

How do you apply

Please forward your CV to cvs@big-planet.biz quoting reference 2894

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