Lead Game Artist / Art Director Bucharest

Lead Game Artist / Art Director
Bucureşti
Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania

AMC Studio is the ultimate destination for game artists and developers looking to make their mark in the world of AAA game. Our impressive partnerships with industry giants like CD Projekt Red, Activision, and Sony, among others, underscore our commitment to excellence.

What really sets us apart is our extraordinary team - a collective of
- loving fanatics delivering exceptional work. Our portfolio includes titles like The Witcher 3, World of Tanks, Call of Duty, and even Marvel's Spider-Man.

We’re currently scouting Lead Artists and Art Directors—experienced visual leaders who can guide teams, define artistic direction, and ensure every asset aligns with the game's creative vision

By applying, you’re stepping into direct consideration for an active project that demands creative leadership and vision. Of course, you'll also join our broader talent community—giving you continued visibility for future roles, both at AMC and across our trusted network of partner studios.

You'll also stay in the loop with updates on our latest collaborations, insights into the evolving game development landscape, and invitations to industry events and exhibitions. It’s not just about finding your next gig—it’s about building a career with people who care about where you’re headed.

Let’s shape the future of games—together.

Requirements

To be considered, you should bring:

• 10+ years of professional experience in game art, with at least 5 years in a lead or art director role
• An outstanding portfolio with proven track record of working on shipped titles
• Experience defining and maintaining an art style across a full production cycle
• Strong understanding of console development pipelines, asset optimization, and performance constraints
• Experience working in
  - functional teams (design, engineering, production) to bring artistic vision to life Comfortable giving and receiving feedback, mentoring artists, and nurturing creative growth within a team
• Deep knowledge of 3D art pipelines (characters, environments, props) and 2D concept development Hands-on skills in tools like Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter/Designer, Photoshop, etc.
• Experience with Unreal Engine and other game engines
• Solid grasp of lighting, composition, color theory, and visual storytelling

Benefits

Join our Talent Community for exclusive access to job openings tailored to your skills and location across Keywords Studios and our global network of independent studios. Here are some of the benefits our studios can offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible monthly benefit budget
• Vacation allowance growing with tenure in the company
• Projects aligned with your expertise
• Collaboration with industry leaders on AAA titles
• Professional growth opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relocation and visa support (depending on the position)
• An environment dedicated to diversity and inclusion

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment:Keywords Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require any adjustments during the process please let us know in your application. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We especially welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented groups in the industry.

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Role Information: EN
Studio: Keywords Studios
Location: Europe, Romania
Area of Work: Game art
Service: Create
Employment Type: Full Time
Working Pattern: Hybrid