Outsource Associate Art Director – Monopoly GO!

奥決歩穩; Almería; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in the mobile games industry is seeking an Outsource Associate Art Director to join their Monopoly Go! team in Sevilla. The role involves managing outsourcing partnerships, overseeing art production, and ensuring artistic quality across projects. Candidates should have extensive experience in art leadership, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of casual art styles. This position offers a hybrid work environment and the opportunity to contribute to a popular game enjoyed by millions.

Formación

• 8+ years of experience in an art leadership role.
• Proven experience in art production or outsource management.
• Familiarity with industry-standard software.

Responsabilidades

• Identify and evaluate potential outsourcing partners based on project needs.
• Manage art requests and timelines in collaboration with the art producer.
• Set quality standards and provide feedback to vendors.

Conocimientos

Visual understanding of casual whimsical art styles

Art production management

Vendor relationship management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Herramientas

Photoshop

Maya

Unity

Descripción del empleo

Scopely is looking for an Outsource Associate Art Director to join our Monopoly Go! team in Sevilla on a hybrid basis.

At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play, every day - whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues, or through our deep connections with our communities of players. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing, and innovating in the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily.

Monopoly GO! is our new casual game and a key franchise that has just become one of Scopely’s largest games enjoyed by millions of players. The team is based in Europe and the US, working daily to create captivating new experiences for our players.

What You Will Do

1. Identify and evaluate potential outsourcing partners or freelance artists based on project needs and budget.
2. Establish and maintain strong relationships with art vendors and freelancers.
3. Work with the AOS producer to negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with terms and deadlines.
4. Manage art requests, timelines, art styles, and deliverables in collaboration with the art producer.
5. Coordinate the flow of information and materials between internal teams and external artists.
6. Strategize with production to improve processes and pipeline efficiency.
7. Manage a team of artists covering 2D, 3D, and Animation, and work with the Art Director to restructure the team if needed.
8. Set quality standards, review and approve artworks, and provide constructive feedback to vendors to meet the project's artistic vision.
9. Ensure consistency and cohesiveness across all outsourced artworks.
10. Plan and forecast outsourcing needs based on project phases and milestones in collaboration with the AOS producer.
11. Facilitate effective communication between internal creative leads and external artists, organize review sessions, and serve as the primary point of contact for outsourcing inquiries and negotiations.

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in an art leadership role.
• Strong visual understanding of casual whimsical art styles in games.
• Proven experience in art production or outsource management.
• Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Photoshop, Maya (or other 3D software).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of providing clear creative direction and feedback.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail under pressure.
• Effective problem-solving skills related to art production and vendor relationships.

Bonus Points

• Experience working with an IP.
• Knowledge of working with Unity.

At Scopely, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with respect. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us and embrace the adventure!