Lead Artist

Dovetail Games; Chatham; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company seeks a Lead Artist to set visual standards and guide artistic development for various projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in the gaming industry, proven leadership in a AAA title, and expertise in Unreal Engine 4 & 5. Enjoy a flexible, remote work environment while collaborating with a supportive team dedicated to delivering world-class visuals.

Benefits

Flexible working

Collaborative team environment

Access to latest tools & tech

Company funded away days and team building

Opportunity to grow and work on beloved titles

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• 8 years plus in the gaming industry.
• Shipped at least 1 AAA title in a Lead position.
• Excellent professional knowledge of Unreal Engine 4 & 5.

Responsibilities

• Define the visual quality targets for the team.
• Manage and mentor the team in the use of key software packages.
• Create high quality art assets in game.
• Set art schedules and track progress.

Skills

Artistic talent

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Tools

Unreal Engine 4 & 5

Houdini

3D Studio Max

Maya

Job description

We’re looking for a Lead Artist with the vision, skill, and drive to set the standard for quality, technical excellence, and artistic direction on our train titles and exciting new projects. Working closely with the Art Director, you’ll set the visual benchmark and guide the artistic development of each product from concept to completion. This role is UK based remote only.

Our ideal candidate will not only bring exceptional artistic talent but also strong leadership and mentoring skills—helping the team grow, refine their craft, and consistently deliver world-class visuals.

Ready to Create Worlds With Us?
If you’ve a passion for art and the ambition to make a lasting impact on our games, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and bring your vision to Dovetail Games!

What you’ll get from us!

Work where you work best – Remote, Hybrid or in Office? You choose!

37.5 hour working week with true flexible working

Collaborative, supportive team environment

Access to the latest tools & tech

Company funded away days and team building

Opportunity to grow and work on much loved titles

Competitive salary and benefits

https://careers.dovetailgames.com/benefits

Main Responsibilities

• Define the visual quality targets for the team to achieve.

• Define & assist in the implementation of class leading tools and technology in conjunction with the Technical Artist and engineering team

• Effectively communicate with other members of the team this includes the Lead Programmer, Development Manager and Director of Product Development.

• Manage and mentor the team in the use of key software packages and best practices.

• Create high quality art assets in game.

• Co-ordinate tasks and resource allocation with the Executive Producer

• Set art schedules and track progress with the Development Manager.

Person Specifications

• 8 years plus in the gaming industry

• Shipped at least 1 AAA title in a Lead position

• Excellent professional knowledge of Unreal Engine 4 & 5

• Knowledge of Houdini

• Expert with 3D Studio Max, Maya and other industry standard art tools.

• Ability to create art assets to a high standard

• Experience in the management and mentoring of a team of artists

• Good understanding of CG techniques and technologies