subject: Art Manager , Climax Studios

Climax Studios is looking for Art Manager
Starting Date: asap , duration - Perm

Job details: Climax is continually growing and adding new games into production and now has a fantastic opportunity for an Art Manager a stunning new title. We are based in the historic seaside town of Portsmouth on the South Coast of England. Our ideal candidate will be:

Reporting directly to the Art Director and liaising with the Producers, your main responsibilities will be to drive the artistic direction and quality of a High Profile AAA Next Gen title. Your efforts will be spent over seeing the entire art team and managing the leads of each discipline within the art team.

You will provide support and play a key part in the development of our latest technology in Next Generation console development. As well as liaise with external teams and third parties involved, you will also be required to provide information of a technical/consultative nature. Main duties to include: the daily management of the art team and its members, production of task schedules and specifications in conjunction with artists, leads, producers and project planning managers.

To apply for this role you must have at least 5 years games experience and a degree in a relevant subject. Experience or knowledge in Next Gen development is essential. You must have proven management or project planning experience, Knowledge of building business relations and exposure to recruitment, interviewing experience is also necessary.

Skills:
A solid technical understanding of Next Generation production methods.
Excellent communication skills; verbal and written.
Excellent man management skills with solid leadership and motivational skills.
You will be a self starter with strong conceptual skills.
Ability to push yourself and others creatively and technically.
Familiarity with multiple game titles and genres with a focus on action/adventure titles.
Familiar with current gaming platforms and all consoles.
Experience of platform art: PS2, Xbox, Gamecube, PC, Xbox 360, PS3
Extensive understanding of Maya and 3D Studio Max and other 3D packages

Relocation packages are available

Benefits:
Competitive Salary package
Comprehensive Health Cover
Flexi Time
Child care Voucher Scheme
The services of a Financial Advisor
Extensive Training
Stakeholder Pension
Project & Performance related Bonus Scheme
Free Refreshments
Exciting games and a friendly working environment

Please forward a current resume to careers@climaxgroup.com or call our recruitment manager for further information on 020 8494 7409
Location: Portsmouth

England

email - sgodfrey@climaxgroup.com
phone - 020 8974 7409
web site - http://www.climaxgroup.com
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