Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.WHAT MAKES US EPIC?At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.ARTWhat We DoPush your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class environment, character and concept artists who strive to innovate and inspire.What You'll DoEpic is looking for a Character Art Director to join our growing team on Fortnite. This person will lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary artists to help create and maintain Epic's vision. This person will have a balance of creative thinking and a strong ability to lead a team in developing content for our various projects. By working closely with the Senior Art Director, you will be accountable for identifying and communicating a high-quality visual style, as well as developing a team of artists and coaching them to do the same.In this role, you willBe highly creative. Imagine and communicate your vision to the team to develop new content that players will loveLead Art initiatives, working closely with other non-Art Teams including Design, Engineering, Product, and MarketingStrategize with Senior Leadership to help define the Art Team's direction and prioritiesCreate and iterate unique and stunning character designs within a determined production scheduleDirect and mentor a worldwide team of artists; delivering effective feedback across all art disciplines - modeling, animation, etc.Collaborate with the Product and IP teams on themes and cosmetic setsDeliver effective feedback across all art disciplines - modeling, animation, etc.What We're Looking ForExperience as an art director with a character design background and understanding of the 2D and 3D process in a game studioA deep understanding of the game development process and art disciplinesExperience with working with Product Management on new initiativesSolid technical background in art and game developmentPractical experience using UnrealStrong leadership skills in order to lead a large number of people toward a singular visionStrong collaborative nature to partner with senior art directors and discipline leadsStrong understanding of art fundamentals, multiple art styles, anatomy, appeal, color theory, and how color affects mood & focal points - with a focus on modern fashion-forward aestheticsExperience designing characters of a wide variety with broad appeal and the ability to adapt to and innovate new styles and techniquesExperience directing and supporting artists across multiple disciplinesEPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFEWe pay 100% for benefits for both employees (EEs) and dependents (deps). Our current benefits package includes coverage for medical, dental, and life insurance. We also offer supplemental benefits including daily meal vouchers, and commuter benefits for onsite employees.About UsEpic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionDesign, Art/Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustriesComputer Games, Software Development, and Entertainment ProvidersReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Epic Games by 2xGet notified about new Art Director jobs in Greater Porto Alegre.Lead Designer for Digital Business (d/f/m)We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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