Technical Art Director
Exciting New Opportunity Alert!
Technical Art Director
Location: Cambridge, UK (with hybrid working options)
Are you ready to shape the future of gaming? Amiqus Executive Search has an exclusive role just for you! Join a multi-award-winning, trailblazing UK studio that’s part of Xbox Game Studios, and bring your passion for innovation to life as their next Technical Art Director!
About the Role:
As our Technical Art Director, you'll be at the helm of defining the artistic vision for cutting-edge games. Your mission? To lead, design, and implement top-tier content production workflows alongside a talented team of Technical Artists. You’ll be the bridge between art and technology, ensuring every pixel meets the highest standards. If you’re someone who loves pushing the boundaries of what's possible in gaming, this is your chance to shine!
Your Impact:
- Lead with Vision: Inspire and mentor your team, driving excellence in everything from character creation to R&D.
- Hands-On Creation: Dive into crafting stunning, in-game characters that set new industry standards.
- Innovate Relentlessly: Stay ahead of trends, explore new technologies, and collaborate with industry partners to keep us on the cutting edge.
- Set the Bar: Maintain ambitious standards for visual quality, ensuring our games are nothing short of breathtaking.
- Collaborate & Create: Work hand-in-hand with art, animation, design, and engineering teams to create seamless, visually stunning games.
What We’re Looking For:
- Industry Expertise: You’ve got extensive experience as a Technical Art Director or a similar role in the games industry.
- Leadership Skills: You’re a natural leader with a knack for mentoring, managing, and inspiring teams to achieve greatness.
- Technical Mastery: Proficient in Maya, Houdini, and Unreal Engine, with a strong portfolio showcasing your expertise in hyper-realistic character rigging and more.
- Innovative Mindset: You're always looking for ways to push the boundaries of real-time character creation and leverage emerging technologies.
⭐ What’s in It for You?
- Flexible Hybrid Working: Work your way with no fixed hours.
- Generous Time Off: 5 weeks holiday, plus 1 additional day for each year of service (up to 33 days), and bank holidays!
- Comprehensive Benefits: From enhanced family leave and private healthcare to annual bonuses and wellbeing allowances, we’ve got you covered.
- Career Growth: Enjoy mentoring, career development opportunities, and much more!
Ready to lead the charge and make your mark in the gaming world? Apply today by sending your resume to stig.strand@amiqus.com. Let's create something extraordinary together! ✨