Art Director – RPG

📋 Description

• Lead the definition, promotion, and governance of the game's artistic vision, while establishing and managing a comprehensive Art Style Guide.

• Manage the recruitment, leadership, and guidance of a diverse art team, and oversee the development and maintenance of the art pipeline in collaboration with Production.

• Supervise and provide feedback to external art studios and freelancers to enhance live-service content effectively.

• Collaborate daily with Design, Product, and Narrative leadership to ensure that art aligns with gameplay and business objectives.

• Solve visual challenges by balancing artistic aspirations with technical and gameplay limitations, and collaborate with Marketing and UA for advertising creative.

• Report directly to the GM and collaborate with the DoP, Design Director, and Head of Art, Homa.

⛳️ Requirements

• Possess over 10 years of experience in game art, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position (Art Lead/Director) on a released AAA title.

• Showcase a world-class portfolio demonstrating expertise in stylized fantasy worlds, distinctive character design, and the establishment of a unique visual identity.

• Demonstrate proven experience in building and leading art teams, as well as managing large-scale external development and outsourcing pipelines.

• Have deep knowledge of modern 2D/3D art pipelines, tools (preferably Unity), and mobile performance optimization.

• Ability to effectively communicate creative concepts and provide clear, constructive, and motivating feedback.

• Possess a proactive attitude and a passion for continuous improvement, always seeking ways to balance vision with execution on a large scale.

• Bonus: Experience in live-service mobile ARPG, RPG, or Hero Collector games.

• Bonus: Passion for mythology and fantasy, with a talent for reimagining classic themes.

• Bonus: Experience collaborating with Marketing/UA teams on high-performance creative.

• Bonus: Strong understanding of F2P visual design, including how UI/UX, visual progression, and VFX can enhance retention and monetization.

🏝️ Benefits

• 🏥 Comprehensive Benefits: Depending on your location, enjoy perks such as insurance, meal vouchers, public transport, gym memberships, and more.

• 🏢 Paris HQ Access: Work in our private office located in a convenient WeWork building, with access to perks like rooftop views and well-designed coworking spaces.

• 🌍 Coworking Access: Access WeWork spaces across Europe, including all their perks and professional office environments.

• 🌐 Global Team: Collaborate with top-tier talent from 35+ countries, spanning Europe, the UK, the US, and more.

• ✈️ Team Gatherings: Participate in occasional team gatherings and off-site retreats.

• 📈 Performance Reviews: Receive performance reviews and development alignment every six months.

• 💻 Equipment Support: Receive a home office setup allowance if working remotely.