Art Director (вакансія неактивна)

We are developing a mobile match-3 title featuring a meta-game (farm development, character progression, animal interaction, live events, and complex UI systems).

We are looking for an Art Director who will be responsible for:

1. Establishing a cohesive visual vision for the game.
2. Quality control across all production stages.
3. Ensuring stylistic consistency between all components of the project.
   
   This role goes beyond simply "defining the style"—it requires full involvement in the production process.

Experience

• 4+ years in game development or related industries.
• Proven experience as an Art Lead or Art Director.
• Experience in mobile / casual / mid-core projects.
• Previous experience working on a Live Product is a significant plus.

Artistic Skills

• Strong sense of style and visual identity.
• Expertise in composition, color theory, and form.
• Deep understanding of visual readability.

Game Design Insight

• Understanding how art impacts gameplay.
• Solid grasp of UX and UI logic.
• Awareness of how visuals influence retention and engagement.

Technical Proficiency

• Fundamental understanding of the production pipeline:
  
  • 2D Production.
  • 3D-assisted workflows.
  • Spine animation.
  • UI implementation/integration.

Software & Tools

• Required: Photoshop, Figma (or equivalent).
• Preferred: Illustrator.
• Bonus Skills: Blender/Maya (for 3D workflow understanding), Spine, Unity (or other game engines).

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to provide clear, actionable feedback.
• Systems thinking and organized approach.
• High level of accountability for final results.
• Ability to navigate and thrive in environments with ambiguity.

Project info

Scope:

• Match-3 Gameplay: Core mechanics with unique, custom features.
• Meta-Layer: Farming mechanics, decorations, and progression systems.
• Characters: Human and animal character sets.
• UI System: Comprehensive screens, in-game shop, special offers, and player profiles.
• Animations: 2D skeletal animation (Spine).
• VFX: Lightweight visual effects.

Art Style:

• Vibrant, readable, and appealing to a mass-market audience.
• Focused on player comfort and visual clarity.
• Mid-core casual quality standards.