Lead Character Artist – Sweden – £Neg + VISA + Relocation – AAA Games

Projects: AAA Console & PC Games

Note: This studio can sponsor a VISA but the candidate must have the required skills and experience in video games.

My client is a signature studio in Sweden and have been creating brilliant games for over a decade. Their recent games have received critical acclaim and commercial success on PC and Console.

ABOUT:

As a Lead Artist you’re an outstanding communicator and organiser. You will be responsible for managing character art production, supervising character art teams and reviewing all art content production towards AAA delivery. You will be an accomplished production-focused artist with a proven track record in the game industry. To accomplish this you will work closely with Art Director, Art Manager and Producers to meet deadlines and product vision.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3D Character Art portfolio preferably on Artstation
• Experience in the games industry and a strong knowledge of the latest tools in game creation process (Substance, QUIXEL, Zbrush etc).
• You have the ability to lead teams and communicate fluently and efficiently with other departments. You communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.
• Strong knowledge in Maya (or similar) and Photoshop
• Strong Knowledge in PBR shading
• Superb knowledge in normal map creation/baking process
• Deep understanding of Game Engines and dedicated platforms budget requirements
• Be able to inspire and motivate a large team of creative talent

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help the character art team technically and artistically to carry out the art director’s vision
• Work closely with outsourcing managers
• Ensure that art assets are delivered according to the product requirements
• Support the development of employees in the team
• Manage employees’ skills, and continue to develop processes, methods, and workflows

Interested in finding out more? Call me direct on +44 1206 214425.

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