Lead Artist - KYIV

PlayMagic is a game development studio with offices in Malta and Kyiv working on Console and PC projects. The Studio is currently working with Microids on the Remake of Ubisoft’s XIII, an FPS for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac, and on an unannounced original IP for next-gen consoles and PC. 

We are looking for a talented, motivated and experienced person to create and manage art development on next-generation cross platform projects. Qualified individual is expected to be organized, with excellent communication skills, and have a proven track record in management and art direction for both internal and external outsourcing studios.

Над чем работать?

• Платформы: PC, VR, Console

На какие задачи (обязанности)?

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Lead Artist is responsible for developing and driving an original and innovative art style for the game.

• Work with other disciplines to establish technical and aesthetic guidelines for art in the game.

• Ensure that all assets created by the art team and outsource studios conform to the style and technical guidelines of the title.

• Participate in and run meetings, reviews, and planning as part of effective communication with the team and outsourcing studios.

• Inspire, motivate, and mentor other artists in best practices, processes, and procedures pertaining to production.

• Work closely with the production team in creating schedules for the art department and outsourcing studios.

Какого профессионала ищем?

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ years as a professional artist or equivalent experience.

3+ years of art management experience.

• Experience managing both internal and outsourced art teams and pipelines.

• Experience creating a broad range of art styles in both 2D and 3D mediums.

• Proficient with standard industry tools like Maya, Z-Brush or Mudbox, and Photoshop, with a high capacity to learn new tools.

• Have a strong background and understanding in console interface design, flow and usability.

• Have effective analytical, written, oral, team, interpersonal, planning and organizational skills.

• Demonstrate knowledge and application of current processes and techniques, including, 3D modeling, shaders, lighting, and composition.

• Have a passion for the industry and an understanding of market trends and styles.

Почему у нас приятно работать?

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Working on world-class projects in a creative atmosphere

• To be a part of a global team with European culture and management