Lead Tech Artist
Core
Develop and update artwork, animation, and technical assets for digital gaming projects while optimizing for game engine constraints and performance.
Role type
Lead Technical Artist (2D/Animation focus)
Builds
Visually appealing 2D assets, animations, and optimized game content for mobile and social gaming platforms
Domain
Digital Gaming / Mobile / Social Gaming
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
2D Graphics, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Animation principles, Asset pipeline management, File organization, Agile/Scrum, Scripting for tool automation, Perforce
Preferred skills
After Effects plug-in development, Microsoft Office Suite, Social gaming industry experience
Responsibilities
Create assets meeting project briefs with innovative concepts; Implement artwork adhering to technical constraints; Manage and document files/assets/workflows; Collaborate with developers and artists to clarify requirements; Optimize models, textures, and animations for performance; Conduct peer reviews for quality and accuracy.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities