We’re supporting TT Games in their search for a Lead Character Artist.
You will be directly responsible for the project-specific throughput and quality of work delivered by the character art team. This will include assuring the team with your creative and technical direction through review and feedback, managing the technical requirements on a per-project basis, remaining agile by appropriate delegation through the team and ensuring the team are well equipped to produce high quality content.
Your responsibilities…
Creative and technical direction of a team of Character Artists
Work closely with the Head of Characters and Art Director to ensure the creation and implementation of character art to project specific requirements
Conduct regular Art Reviews and liaise with External Partners to ensure approved content meets both Project and IP specific requirements
Work closely with Production in coordinating character art resources, schedules and priorities based on project needs
Organise and manage effectively by delegating work and monitoring output
Ensure a high benchmark is set and retained by the team for Artistic results, Delivery of Milestones, Encouraging effective communication and a professional attitude
Work closely with all departments in pipeline to ensure efficiency and quality of results that are optimised appropriately for intended platforms
Identify and enter relevant issues into JIRA, ensuring sufficient information is given
Provide feedback on tools and working with the programming department to ensure tools provided are as accessible and productive as possible
Line management responsibilities…
Identifying and ensuring all employee relations matters for a team of Character Artist (including absence, performance, and conduct)
Adhering to Company policies and procedures in liaison with Human Resources
Ability to establish trust within an open team structure
Able to provide structured critic to steer and reach the end goal
Supporting the recruitment of new employees in conjunction with Human Resources
Regularly reviewing employee performance through appraisals and 1-2-1’s to ensure performance targets and expected behaviours are delivered
Identify and arrange any required on-the-job training and coaching
Ensure sufficient documentation within the Character Artist discipline is maintained
The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role…
Shipped AAA titles in the role of Lead with Project experience throughout preproduction to delivery
Keen interest in managerial skills, overseeing the work of other team members and mentoring and developing them
Authoritative and confident with Character Art direction
Excellent artistic eye for quality and ability to ensure consistency in results
Excellent communication and organisation skills to manage relationships at all levels within the Company and externally
Able to make decisions and manage under pressure while adhering to strict deadlines
Practical and methodical approach to both technical and creative problem-solving
Excellent understanding and proficient use of ZBrush, Maya, Substance Painter and Unreal Engine 4
Development experience and understanding of the technical requirements and limitations of providing Character Art for use in an Unreal Engine 4 AAA Game
Desirable extras…
Strong traditional Art skills
Working knowledge and developing expertise in Unreal Engine 5
Experience implementing and maintaining development pipelines
Practical & Active interest in emerging Software and technologies related to meeting the required High Quality of Character Art
Scripting capability for pipeline / tools efficiency
Relevant degree or equivalent level qualification
Perks and benefits include…
Flexitime and other family-friendly benefits
Discretionary bonus scheme
Company pension scheme and life assurance
Regular health and wellbeing activities as well as social events
Free online training courses
Responsible for the best-selling and BAFTA-winning LEGO videogame series, TT Games is in the business of delighting children and grown-ups alike. With more than 25 years of success behind their studio, and as a valued part of Warner Bros since 2007, they have incredibly exciting plans for future titles based on the world's biggest entertainment properties.
TT Games offers a comprehensive benefits package. Their work environment is inclusive and friendly, with new hybrid and remote work options supported by online collaboration tools, first-class IT support and smart use of their comfortable, well-equipped office environments. The studio provides access to in-house learning and development resources.
