Artist Team leader

Emirates Park Zoo; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and dynamic company is looking for a highly creative Artist Team Leader to inspire and manage a talented team of artists. In this role, you will oversee the development of high-quality visual assets, ensuring they align with project goals and brand standards. Your leadership will foster a collaborative environment, empowering artists to grow while delivering exceptional work. If you are passionate about art and team dynamics, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a creative setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an artist role with leadership experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating artistic ability in concept art and 3D modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of artists to deliver high-quality visual content.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure visual alignment across projects.

Skills

Team Management

Art Direction

Project Coordination

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Bachelor's degree in Animation

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Blender

Maya

ZBrush

Job description

We are seeking a highly creative and experienced Artist Team Leader to lead and inspire our team of artists in delivering high-quality visual content. You will oversee the development and execution of visual assets, ensuring they align with project goals, brand standards, and creative direction. This role requires a blend of strong artistic skills, team management, and project coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 2D/3D artists, illustrators, animators, or designers.
2. Translate project requirements and creative briefs into actionable tasks for the team.
3. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality visual assets for projects, maintaining consistency and attention to detail.
4. Provide regular feedback and art direction to team members to help them grow and meet quality standards.
5. Collaborate with Art Directors, Producers, and other departments (e.g., Game Design, Marketing, Product) to ensure visual alignment across projects.
6. Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and evaluating the performance of artists.
7. Stay up to date on industry trends, tools, and technologies to ensure the team is always evolving.
8. Manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
9. Support the creation of style guides, asset libraries, and best practice documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Animation, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5 years of experience in an artist role with at least 12 years in a leadership capacity.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a high level of artistic ability in your area of specialization (e.g., concept art, character design, 3D modeling).
• Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Blender, Maya, ZBrush, etc.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to give constructive feedback and maintain a collaborative team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.