Lead Environment Artist

Description

As the Lead Environment Artist, you will report to the Production Art Director and work directly with the artists and designers to deliver an awe-inspiring and immersive world that shapes the player experience. You must be able to manage and lead a team of artists to produce award winning next generation content, enjoy working in a highly collaborative environment, and value well thought out processes and schedules. The Lead Environment Artist is responsible for leading the world art team in the design and creation of all levels, from concept to completion, and all associated art pipelines. You must possess excellent organizational skills, strong managerial and leadership skills, and have demonstrated exceptional technical skills while in a similar role on at least one AAA Next Gen console game.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of artists through the various stages of development and ensure the quality of the content produced in each functional area will define new standards in the industry.
• Oversee the production and implementation of all environment assets and ensure all content is held to a high quality bar.
• Demonstrate, communicate and exemplify clear expectations for quality of work, productivity, communication and professionalism to the team.
• Collaborate with the other leads to find production solutions that uphold the vision of the game and adhere to established technical requirements.
• Work with the producers to develop solid schedules and production plans.
• Contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development.
• Work with the leads to define and implement solid production pipelines
• Document & communicate clear technical guidelines for world asset creation and implementation to the environment team.
• Manage and mentor the environment team.
• Report to Production Art Director.