Aardvark Swift are working with AAA co-dev studios d3t and Coconut Lizard as they look for a Lead Technical Artist.
As a Lead Technical Artist you will lead, mentor, and manage the Tech Art team, fostering a culture of collaborative innovation. Your role will include developing and streamlining tools and processes to increase art efficiency and maintain project art pipelines, supporting the Art and Animation teams, and proactively resolving technical issues.
Part of the Keywords Studios Group, d3t and Coconut Lizard are dynamic game development studios providing co-development services to a roster of global AAA clients. Notable recent projects include, EA Sports FC 24, Hogwarts Legacy, Sea of Thieves. Recognised as a 'Best Places to Work' multiple times, they foster a professional, fun, and supportive working environment with a zero-crunch ethos.
Your responsibilities...
Lead, mentor, and manage the Tech Art team, fostering a culture of collaborative innovation
Develop and streamline tools and processes to increase art efficiency and maintain project art pipelines
Define in-house toolsets, overseeing creation, integration, and promotion
Support the Art and Animation teams, proactively resolving technical issues
Define budgets, champion optimisation, and ensure artwork adheres to guidelines
Collaborate with Artists, providing feedback on improving in-game asset performance while maintaining visual fidelity
Take ownership of specific game features when needed
Lead by example, stay up to date with industry advancements, and share knowledge with the Art team
Create concise documentation of art pipeline processes and provide tutorials and technical guides for efficiency
Conduct inductions and probationary reviews for new starters, providing feedback to Art leadership
Demonstrate responsibility for work quality and processes, contributing fresh ideas
The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role…
Experience in a Senior/Lead Technical Art role on AA or AAA projects
Confident art leader with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Performance and quality-focused, embracing the technical challenges of real-time game art
Dependable and committed with a hunger for continual learning and improvement
Excellent knowledge of current game development practices and terminology
Practical and methodical approach to technical and creative problem-solving
Experienced in mentoring and sharing technical knowledge with junior team members
Good leadership skills, positivity, enthusiasm, leading by example, and active listening
Collaborative with a professional, flexible, and calm approach
Excellent time-management and organisational skills
For this role you should already be based in the UK and hold the right to work in the UK
Desirable skills...
5 or more years of game development experience
Worked on 4 or more published titles
Experience of two full project cycles in a Senior or Lead Tech Art position
Demonstrable experience of being an enthusiastic leader or role model in a Senior role
Perks and benefits include…
25 days annual leave, plus public holidays and up to 5 days extra for length of service
Company Pension Scheme
Private Medical Insurance including dental and eye care
Employee Share Scheme
Income Protection and Life Assurance
Annual bonus, be rewarded for great teamwork!
Flexible working hours
Tech and bike scheme
Regular socials and events, and let’s not forget the on-site d3t BBQ area!
Breakout areas filled with little extras such as games and snacks to suit all dietary preferences
