Lead Artist

Stainless Games logo
Posted 26 August 2022
Salary Negotiable
LocationNewport
Job type Permanent
DisciplineArt
Reference17829
Contact NameMargaret Smith

Job description

Stainless Games are seeking a Lead Artist to join them in one of the sunniest places in the UK, never more than 25 minutes from a beach, making it great for outdoor living and family life. Already interested? Then read on…

Stainless Games is an independent developer, established in 1994, with a catalogue of multi-million selling titles under their belt. Over the years they have developed titles for Mobile, Console, PC, Steam and VR.

As the Lead Artist for Stainless Games, you will help define the artistic vision for a variety of projects and create compelling game visuals, assets, and interfaces for projects across multiple platforms.

Your role responsibilities will be…

  • Work closely with and provide inspiration and direction to the art team
  • Ensure the delivery of the highest quality in-game art possible
  • Work closely with other leads and production to ensure best practices and deliver effective optimal assets
  • Regularly review assets to maintain consistent quality across all art elements within the game
  • Work closely with the game director to add artistic definition for projects, and help with the creation of any accompanying documentation

The skills and experience you will bring to the role…

  • Previous experience leading a creative team
  • Excellent knowledge of 3DS Max, Substance Painter, and Photoshop
  • Excellent knowledge of Unity and Unreal
  • A strong portfolio of previously released titles demonstrating high quality art delivery
  • Organised and self-motivated with great written and verbal communication skills

Non-essential but desirable…

  • Proven track record working on a variety of game genres
  • Experience working across a number of platforms from mobile to VR
  • Able to work in either stylized or realistic art styles
  • A petrolhead with an interest in vehicle games (combat or racing)
  • A boardgame fanatic with an interest in CCG's