Art Team Lead

Aristocrat; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Global career opportunities

World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

Job summary

Aristocrat is hiring an Art Team Lead to guide a creative team and define the visual direction of premium gaming content. You will coordinate projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client expectations and artistic vision.

This role involves mentoring artists, collaborating with global partners, and maintaining high-quality art standards for immersive gameplay. The ideal candidate brings extensive leadership experience, a deep understanding of color, form, and layout, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Art, Graphic Build, Fine Arts, Animation, or related field (or equivalent).
• 8+ years in an art-related role, with 2–3 years in leadership.
• Strong portfolio across multiple art styles and media.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan project timelines by understanding game concepts and art requirements.
• Coordinate and manage multiple art projects with strict deadlines.
• Mentor junior and mid-level artists and provide career development.
• Collaborate with illustrators, animators, and other artists to shape game art.
• Review artwork to ensure quality standards and game readiness.
• Coordinate art/animation integration in the game and implement new techniques.

Skills

Team management

Creative direction

Art fundamentals

English communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Art/Animation/Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Autodesk 3ds Max

Esoteric Spine

Maya

Job description

At Aristocrat, we are in search of a devoted Art Team Lead to join our vibrant and inventive team. This role is vital in defining the aesthetic direction of our premium gaming content. As a company, we concentrate on creating happiness through the experience of play. Our Art Team Lead will play a pivotal role in guaranteeing our games look visually impressive and captivating. If you are passionate about steering a creative team and crafting flawless game art, this position is perfect for you!

Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, working closely with illustrators, animators, and other artists to produce top-tier visual elements. You will coordinate projects from concept to completion, ensuring artistic vision aligns perfectly with project objectives and client expectations. This is an exciting and outstanding opportunity to lead a team of ambitious artists and make a significant impact on our creative output.

What You’ll Do

• Plan project timelines by thoroughly understanding game concepts and art requirements.
• Coordinate and manage multiple art projects, ensuring all deadlines and achievements are strictly met.
• Prioritize resources effectively and manage team workloads.
• Collaborate with global partners to understand their vision and incorporate their feedback.
• Ensure seamless collaboration between the art department and other teams.
• Review all artistic work to ensure it meets quality standards and game requirements.
• Coordinate the implementation of art and animation assets in the game.
• Edit and refine artwork as necessary to achieve the best results.
• Mentor and provide career development opportunities for junior and mid-level artists.
• Stay updated with current trends, tools, and technologies related to game development.
• Implement new ideas and techniques to improve creative output.
• Be hands‑on when needed to successfully implement projects.

What We’re Looking For

• Highly motivated and self‑organized individual with a zeal for managing a passionate team.
• Advanced understanding of artistic skills including color, form, perspective, layout, and sketching.
• Proficiency in delivering outcomes within the digital environment.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Adaptive behavior and flexibility in task management.
• Demonstrates integrity and organizational behavior.
• Bachelor’s degree in Art, Graphic Build, Fine Arts, Animation, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experience in an art‑related role, preferably in casino gaming, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership position.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of art styles and skills.
• Expertise in industry‑standard creative tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk 3ds Max, Esoteric Spine, and Maya.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities effectively.

Join us at Aristocrat and lead our art team to new heights of creativity and excellence!

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top‑tier publisher of free‑to‑play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment
• Robust benefits package
• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player
• Talent Unleashed
• Collective Brilliance
• Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

None

Additional Information

At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.