3D Environment Lead at Lakshya Digital

Pune, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Art Leadership, Team Management, Visual Storytelling, Game Aesthetics, Project Management, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Art Production Pipeline, 3D Modeling, Animation Software, Quality Assurance, Budget Management, Art Tools Proficiency, Mentoring, Collaboration, Adaptability

Industry

Computer Games

Description

Lakshya, a Keywords Studios company, in India is headquartered in Gurgaon and has a team of over 700 employees spread across studio facilities in Gurgaon, Pune and Seattle, and sales offices in San Diego and Tokyo. Setup in 2004, Lakshya has, over the last 20 years, created a reputation in the game development industry for being a highly talented and dependable game art studio. During this time, Lakshya has created art for over a hundred game titles, including hugely successful global hits such as Bloodborne, Dark Souls II, Just Cause 3, WWE 2K16, Uncharted 2, Farmville and Cityville. Lakshya’s senior team, which comprises of top-notch International and Indian talent, has a huge amount of experience of creating art for different game platforms and genres. Lakshya blends artistic creativity with strong process orientation in order to deliver best in class services. Lakshya works closely with NASSCOM to help in the growth of the game development eco-system in India. For more info, please refer to https://lakshyadigital.com/ About the Role: The role of an Art Lead in AAA games is essential for overseeing the diverse artistic aspects, managing teams to ensure the game's visual elements align with creative visions and uphold high-quality standards across multiple projects. With strong leadership and team management skills, they guide art direction, optimize production pipelines, and creatively problem-solve in a dynamic development environment. Skills Bachelor’s or master’s degree in fine arts, Digital Art, or a related field is preferred. 8+years of experience on creating next-gen art production pipeline and human and animal anatomy (For character artists) with minimum of 3 years’ experience in reviewing and mentoring team as Associate Art Lead. Extensive experience in AAA game development with a strong portfolio showcasing art leadership and artistic contributions. Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling and animation software, etc.). Strong artistic and creative skills, with a deep understanding of visual storytelling and game aesthetics. Possess leadership and project management abilities, adept at multitasking, and capable of inspiring and overseeing an art team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to adapt to evolving technologies and industry trends. Reporting to: Associate Art Director / Art Director Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of artists, providing guidance, feedback, and support to ensure their work aligns with the project's goals and maintains high quality. The responsibility is not only limited to managing and mentoring a team but also extends to providing overarching guidance for multiple projects simultaneously. Collaborate with the creative team to define and communicate the artistic vision for the game, encompassing visual style, character design, and environment art. Manages the creation of art assets for multiple projects running concurrently, requiring a higher level of organizational and multitasking skills. Design and manage an efficient art production pipeline, guaranteeing by building a smooth workflow encompassing the creation, review, and seamless integration of art assets into the game. Work closely with technical and art teams to integrate art assets efficiently into the game engine, ensuring seamless alignment of visual and gameplay elements. Supervise and build robust quality assurance processes, diligently identifying and rectifying artistic issues that may arise during the development phase. Assess and recommend optimal art tools and software solutions, enhancing the efficiency of the art production process. Manages budget and timeline considerations for multiple projects simultaneously, requiring a higher level of financial and project management acumen. Playing a crucial part in decision-making and creative problem-solving by making key choices regarding the artistic direction of various projects and devising innovative solutions at an elevated level. Adopt a strategic approach to documentation and process enhancement, assess and suggest tools and software to streamline the entire art production process across multiple projects. Role Information: EN Studio: Lakshya Location: Asia Pacific, India, Haryana Area of Work: Art Services Service: Create Employment Type: Full Time Working Pattern: Onsite

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of artists while managing the creation of art assets for multiple projects. Collaborate with the creative team to define the artistic vision and ensure high-quality standards are met across all projects.