Lead Games Artist

Keywords Studios, is the number one technical and creative services provider to the global video games industry and beyond. Keywords has over 13,000 staff across +70 studios in +26 countries delivering services to more than 950 clients across the globe.

Some of our studios are hiring Lead Artists in different art disciplines across our locations in India:

• Lead Character Artists
• Lead Environment Artists
• Lead Hard Surface Artists
• Lead Vehicle Artists
• Lead Animators
  

As a Lead Artist, you'll play a vital role in guiding the growth and success of our creative teams.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the L&D Head and Art Leadership to plan and conduct training for Artists.
• Create and update Training materials regularly, keeping in line with current & future trends in 3D Game Art creation as well as Production needs
• Train the trainers/candidates in 3D art assets tools, techniques and integration as per established pipelines in the Production teams meeting the industry specifications and quality requirements within the budgeted time and effort
• Coaching & mentoring the Trainees during the training and ensuring they understand Production processes as well as Company culture
• Help inGame team in creating analytics and progress reports for trainees
• Work closely with Recruitment team in shortlisting and evaluation of candidates for inGame batches
• Participate in all other activities of L&D team, when called upon

Requirements

• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Maya, 3ds Max, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Marmoset Toolbag, Blender, Photoshop.
• Familiarity with additional software is advantageous, along with the ability to create/export assets for game engines like Unreal Engine.
• Solid understanding of the 3D game asset creation process, including hands-on experience in modeling and texturing within production constraints (meeting deadlines, adhering to client specifications, etc.).
• Ability to estimate, plan, and oversee game art asset creation effectively.
• A minimum of 7 years of overall experience, with at least 3 years in a 3D game or game art services company in either an Artist or Senior Artist capacity. Experience in training others is highly desirable.

Benefits

Keywords Studios and our global network of independent studios offers a variety of benefits as per below:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Projects aligned with your expertise
• Collaborate with industry leaders on AAA titles
• Professional growth opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relocation and visa support
• Dedicated to diversity and inclusion
• Additional perks: cycle-to-work, IT schemes, pensions, healthcare, social events, and more.

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment:Keywords Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require any adjustments during the process please let us know in your application. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We especially welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented groups in the industry.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: Asia, India

Area of Work: Art Services
Service: Create
Employment Type: Full Time

Working Pattern: On-site, Hybrid