Art Outsource Manager

Summary

Join d3t and Coconut Lizard as an Art Outsource Manager, leading art asset development with external partners, overseeing quality and consistency, and maintaining effective communication.

Requirements

• Exceptional eye for quality and ability to spot discrepancies in outsourced work, maintaining a high standard for all deliverables
• Highly organised, capable of managing multiple vendors and assets simultaneously, and ensuring timely deliveries without sacrificing quality
• Comprehensive experience producing 3D art for games with the ability to create high level assets to serve as a benchmark for the project
• Solid understanding of technical requirements including UV mapping, texel density, optimisation practices, and performance considerations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of providing clear, actionable feedback to external vendors and internal team members alike
• Experience with a variety of game engines like Unreal Engine, Unity or proprietary engines

Responsibilities

• Review outsourced assets, providing detailed, constructive feedback to ensure consistency in quality and style, whilst aligning with a project's vision and technical requirements
• Develop high-quality benchmark assets to set clear standards for outsourced teams, guiding them in achieving the desired quality and style expectations
• Organise and document all processes and feedback, ensuring clarity and consistency. Track the progress and quality of all outsourced assets through project management tools
• Proactively spot potential quality issues or discrepancies early in the process, ensuring any concerns are addressed swiftly. Establish clear guidelines to prevent recurring issues
• Ensure assets adhere to performance and optimisation requirements, including UV layouts, texel density, polygon counts, and other technical factors, while maintaining visual integrity across platforms
• Serve as the primary point of contact with external vendors, working alongside production to ensure efficient communication and the timely delivery of assets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with outsourcing partners to ensure alignment with project goals

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays + up to 5 days extra for length of service)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Annual Bonus – be rewarded for great teamwork!
• Private Medical and Dental Insurance Scheme + Eye Care Scheme
• Anti-crunch ethos - an amazingly professional, fun and supportive working environment!
• Income Protection & Life Assurance
• Free Parking
• Game Vouchers
• Tech, Bike and Electric Vehicle Schemes
• Company Socials/Clubs, Monthly Studio Lunches and Annual d3t Events
• Breakout Areas – filled with perks such as games, BBQ area, complimentary snacks to suit all dietary preferences etc