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Lead Visual Development Artist - World of Warcraft
2 years ago
Team Name:
World of WarcraftJob Title:
Lead Visual Development Artist - World of WarcraftRequisition ID:
R011720Job Description:
Lead Visual Development Artist - World of Warcraft
Blizzard Entertainment is seeking a Lead Visual Development Artist to help drive the development of the art vision for the World of Warcraft. We have been building epic experiences for over 17 years, and your goal is to help expand the world. We want you to work closely with the Art Directors and other art leadership to help drive the visual style forward.
Our ideal candidate has extensive experience with stylized visual development/concept art and art leadership on one or more video game or film.
COVID-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to a work-from-home model and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.
LEADERSHIP DUTIES
- Help define the visual direction of World of Warcraft
- Be the voice of the Visual Development art team
- Provide guidance during creative discussions with design and art leadership
- Manage a team of visual development artists, spearheading project planning and ensuring our artistic quality while staying on schedule with consistently excellent results
- Partner with production to ensure schedules and plans meet development needs
- Partner with art management to ensure team is healthy and strong
DAY TO DAY TASKS
- Provide direction for the Visual Development art team. This includes production of conceptual art, over-painting screen captures, manipulating both in-game and visual development artwork
- Work closely with Art Directors to help maintain and develop art vision
- Ability to identify, mentor and grow talent
- Communicate with production, design, and other departments
YOUR BACKGROUND
- Some experience creating visual development/concept art for film or video games with some leadership experience
- A thorough understanding of art fundamentals
- Extensively played and understand the visual style of World of Warcraft
- Able to collaborate closely with others and be an inclusive decision-maker
SEND US
Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Join us!
Job Status: Full-Time
Primary Location: United States-CA-Irvine
Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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