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09-21-2005, 11:37 PM
Art Director
Climax is one of the world’s leading independent developers of award winning video games. We are currently seeking a highly experienced Art Director join our highly talented and creative team.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly talented and motivated individual to function as our Studio Art Director. In this role, the candidate will work with the teams to enhance and maintain the game's visual design direction. We are seeking someone who can bring out the best in our art, animation and cinematic teams, inspiring and sustaining creative momentum.
Main Duties/Responsibilities:
Creative visual design direction for all current and up and coming games
Develop long and short term visual design strategies for the studio.
Provide guidance to artists and animators in the development of visual concepts for all characters, environments and vehicles in the games.
You will ensure look and feel of art and animation meets overall game vision.
You will ensure your teams have the necessary tools and technology required for animation and cinematics.
Review and sign off the look and feel of the game, art briefs, asset lists, treatment and script for animation.
Keep up-to-date with visual design tools and industry developments, ensuring innovative and relevant work.
Own the art, animation and cinematics related development processes
You will be personally responsible for the recruitment and personnel development of all art related staff.
You will organize and facilitate team meetings.
Management of Art out-sourcing, which will mean liaising with foreign clients, creating art briefs etc.
Liaison with the Middleware vendor, familiarization with the engine limitations / workflow will also be important.
Qualifications
Ideally, three or more years of Art direction experience with a minimum of two shipped game titles as Art Director.
Extensive understanding of Maya and 3D Studio Max and other 3D packages.
Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully and comfortably at all levels from junior artists to board level.
Excellent communication skills; verbal and written.
Excellent man management skills with solid leadership and motivational skills.
You will be a self starter with strong conceptual skills.
Ability to push yourself and others creatively and technically.
Familiarity with multiple game titles and genres with a focus on action/adventure titles.
Familiar with current gaming platforms and all consoles.
For the successful candidate we offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package and a working environment second to none. Please forward a current resume to sgodfrey@climaxgroup.com or call our recruitment manager for further information on 020 8494 7409
Climax is one of the world’s leading independent developers of award winning video games. We are currently seeking a highly experienced Art Director join our highly talented and creative team.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly talented and motivated individual to function as our Studio Art Director. In this role, the candidate will work with the teams to enhance and maintain the game's visual design direction. We are seeking someone who can bring out the best in our art, animation and cinematic teams, inspiring and sustaining creative momentum.
Main Duties/Responsibilities:
Creative visual design direction for all current and up and coming games
Develop long and short term visual design strategies for the studio.
Provide guidance to artists and animators in the development of visual concepts for all characters, environments and vehicles in the games.
You will ensure look and feel of art and animation meets overall game vision.
You will ensure your teams have the necessary tools and technology required for animation and cinematics.
Review and sign off the look and feel of the game, art briefs, asset lists, treatment and script for animation.
Keep up-to-date with visual design tools and industry developments, ensuring innovative and relevant work.
Own the art, animation and cinematics related development processes
You will be personally responsible for the recruitment and personnel development of all art related staff.
You will organize and facilitate team meetings.
Management of Art out-sourcing, which will mean liaising with foreign clients, creating art briefs etc.
Liaison with the Middleware vendor, familiarization with the engine limitations / workflow will also be important.
Qualifications
Ideally, three or more years of Art direction experience with a minimum of two shipped game titles as Art Director.
Extensive understanding of Maya and 3D Studio Max and other 3D packages.
Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully and comfortably at all levels from junior artists to board level.
Excellent communication skills; verbal and written.
Excellent man management skills with solid leadership and motivational skills.
You will be a self starter with strong conceptual skills.
Ability to push yourself and others creatively and technically.
Familiarity with multiple game titles and genres with a focus on action/adventure titles.
Familiar with current gaming platforms and all consoles.
For the successful candidate we offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package and a working environment second to none. Please forward a current resume to sgodfrey@climaxgroup.com or call our recruitment manager for further information on 020 8494 7409