Art Lead (Third-person action shooter)

4 hours, 21 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
Design and User Experience
Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive (BBI) is an independent game development studio based in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2010 by industry veterans, BBI is known for creating immersive strategy and adventure games like Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak and Hardspace: Sh...

Internet Software & Services
251-1K
Founded 2010

Description

  • Maintain the established art vision while driving new content and features.
  • Manage technical pipelines for character-driven work, environment assets, and kits.
  • Create and drive visual targets that define the in-engine art quality bar.
  • Collaborate with production to keep the project on schedule, on budget, and at a high quality.
  • Delegate and direct responsibilities as needed and proactively propose solutions to problems.
  • Communicate clear feedback and updates to the development team and external partners throughout production.
  • Present and advocate for the art direction to all invested parties.
  • Work with game leadership to deliver a high-quality addition to a popular indie franchise.
  • Mentor and develop artists to improve their thinking, process, and craft.
  • Drive standards across all art disciplines, including stylization and optimization for VFX and Tech Art.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of extensive experience in the games industry as an artist.
  • 2+ years of experience as an Art Lead or Art Director preferred.
  • Experience shipping games on both console and PC.
  • Experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive art pipelines and deliver results.
  • Strong ability in both 2D and 3D art.
  • Passion for and familiarity with current popular games and art direction choices.
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and reside within Canada.
  • A portfolio link must be included with the CV.

Benefits

  • Remote-first workplace with flexible work arrangements.
  • Remote and hybrid working options across Canada.
  • Salary range of $98,000 - $125,000 per year.

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