Art Director (remote) Job at Walla Walla Studio, Remote id-8871

May 16, 2025

Job Description

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

What will you do?

Evaluate and translate client needs and ideas into mood boards, collecting references, and outlining the art style.

Create concept art, storyboards, or animatics for the projects.

Onboard the art team on the project, providing relevant and inspiring references for the further stages of production.

Lead the overall creative direction of the project, providing iterative internal feedback, as well as implementing feedback from the client.

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Ensure aesthetic standards, visual consistency, and quality of all art elements in the projects.

Work with the production team to iteratively plan and execute all art deliverables.

Effectively collaborate with the art team, producer, and stakeholders to maximize overall performance.

What kind of professional are we looking for?

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or related major.

A solid understanding of art fundamentals (Excellent eye for lighting, color, composition, perspective, proportion, human and creature anatomy, portrait, illustration, architecture, etc.)

Excellent visualization and conceptualization skills.

Strong and versatile concept art portfolio (both environment and character concept art).

Basic understanding of other art specializations, such as cinematography (shots, angles, camera movement, frame composition), 3D art and animation.

Ability to direct asset creation to optimize them to support gameplay, style, and narrative principles.

Ability to work and review artworks in different art styles and levels of detail (both stylized and realistic).

Open attitude, flexibility, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment with tight deadlines.

Knowledge of industry-standard software (Photoshop, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter/Designer, etc...)

Languages: Native Ukrainian and B2 English.

Would be a plus:

Art-related experience in the video game industry

Team leadership experience

Experience working with junior artists

Experience working in an outsourcing company

Why do we enjoy working here?

What will you get?

You will be a part of a young studio and young team - that is why you will have a chance to influence and build company processes. You will get a supporting team that will be helping you to succeed. It is a chance for you to grow along with the company and become an important influencer of this growth.

What are the conditions and bonuses?

What we suggest for you:

Remote work and flexible schedule

Flat organizational structure

Freedom to suggest and implement your ideas

A team that will help you achieve your goals

Collaborative culture of proactive individuals

Professional training by request

Competitive salary in USD

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