At SuperGaming, we build real-time multiplayer games like MaskGun, Ninja Fun Race, Road Riot, PAC - MAN and Silly Royale, which have over 150 million downloads across the globe.
We are looking to hire a 3D Art Outsourcing Manager who will oversee the sourcing and management of external art resources, ensuring that the art created by vendors meets the quality, technical specifications, and deadlines of the project. This role requires a combination of project management skills and a strong artistic eye to maintain consistency with the internal team's output.
Responsibilities:
- Understand project and the art requirements and existing quality standards adopted by the team.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage outsourcing partners and freelance artists, who can help amplify production.
- Communicate effectively with external teams to convey the artistic vision and technical constraints of the project.
- Review and approve external submissions, ensuring all art assets are of high quality and are consistent with the project's style.
- Maintain a schedule for all outsourced assets, tracking progress and ensuring timely delivery.
- Collaborate with internal art, design, and technical teams to align outsourced work with the project pipeline.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to outsourced assets, including feedback and revisions.
- Manage contracts and negotiations with outsourcing partners, including budget considerations and invoicing.
- Develop and maintain an outsourcing guide and asset specifications for external teams.
- Participate in regular project meetings and provide updates on the status of outsourced work.
- Continuously research and recommend new outsourcing partners to improve quality and efficiency.
Experience & Skills required:
- Bachelor's degree in Art, Game Design, Project Management, or a related field.
- At Least 5+ years of experience in art production(2D,3D,Animation) within the gaming industry.
- Strong portfolio showcasing a deep understanding of art styles, trends, and technical aspects.
- Experience with art outsourcing, including vendor selection and management.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in art and project management software.
- Ability to provide constructive feedback and guide external artists to meet project standards.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of the game development process and an understanding of other department needs and capabilities.
- Experience with Unity or similar game development platforms.
- Familiarity with 3D modelling, animation, and texturing tools such as Maya, Blender, or Photoshop.
- Previous experience working in an agile/scrum development environment.