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