Art Outsource Manager Job Description
Scopely is looking for an Art Outsource Manager to join Star Trek Fleet Command in Barcelona/ Spain on a hybrid/ remote basis for a 4 month fixed term contract.
At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play, every day – whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues, or through our deep connections with our communities of players. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing and innovating the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily.
Star Trek Fleet Command’s ongoing success goes from strength to strength. Our in-house developed 4X MMO was launched in 2018 and continues to evolve, being consistently one of the top 10 gross revenue Massive Multiplayer Strategy games on the market.
What You Will Do as an Art Outsource Manager
The Art Outsource Manager will work with the Art Lead, Creative Producer and external Creative teams to help create 3D ships, buildings and characters, animations – as well as 2D concepts and illustrations
The Art Outsource Manager will be a key part of the art team, managing all outsource projects
Support the Art team in creating briefs and providing feedback on outsourcing artwork ensuring the visual style is followed at all times
Train the Outsource team on internal tools and processes as needed
- The Art Outsource Manager will provide detailed paint overs with written notes to ensure quality is being maintained
- As an Art Outsource Manager you will ensure outsource work is delivered to quality, on time and on budget
Maintain and improve upon the outsource pipeline as the project progresses
Work with the Creative Producer to create and maintain the schedule for content creation
Act as the main point of contact for the outsourcing studios
Establish and attend any daily meetings/ stand-ups/ retro to ensure a smooth workflow with internal and external teams
Conduct, track and maintain outsourcing partner reviews to highlight any repetitive issues and successes
Troubleshoot problems with the outsourcing partners
Work with the Creative Producer and Art team to determine the optimal level of work to be placed with the correct outsource partner
- AS an Art Outsource Manager You will deliver critical feedback on assets to external vendors and communicate the project status and challenges to internal teams in advance
You will work with the Art Lead, Creative Producer and external Creative teams to help create 3D ships, buildings and characters, animations – as well as 2D concepts and illustrations
You will be a key part of the art team, managing all outsource projects
Support the Art team in creating briefs and providing feedback on outsourcing artwork ensuring the visual style is followed at all times
Train the Outsource team on internal tools and processes as needed
Provide detailed paint overs with written notes to ensure quality is being maintained
Ensure outsource work is delivered to quality, on time and on budget
Maintain and improve upon the outsource pipeline as the project progresses
Work with the Creative Producer to create and maintain the schedule for content creation
Act as the main point of contact for the outsourcing studios
Establish and attend any daily meetings/ stand-ups/ retro to ensure a smooth workflow with internal and external teams
Conduct, track and maintain outsourcing partner reviews to highlight any repetitive issues and successes
Troubleshoot problems with the outsourcing partners
Work with the Creative Producer and Art team to determine the optimal level of work to be placed with the correct outsource partner
Deliver critical feedback on assets to external vendors and communicate the project status and challenges to internal teams in advance
What We’re Looking For in an Art Outsource Manager
Experience in task management for 3D and 2D assets for high-end mobile platforms
Experience using with Maya or Max, Photoshop, Substance Painter, Zbrush and working knowledge of Unity
- The Art Outsource Manager should have excellent attention to detail
You will have a thorough knowledge of 3D modeling
You will have a strong eye for art fundamentals such as anatomy, composition, lighting and rendering
Solid understanding of Physically Based Rendering (PBR)
Supervisory experience with international and distributed teams
Keen project management experience
Ability to challenge partners to ensure highest quality is achieved
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal: to articulate our asset creation process and provide critical feedback to external vendors from multiple regions around the globe. Communicate clearly with the Creative Producer and Art team on project status and highlighting potential challenges well in advance
Experience in task management for 3D and 2D assets for high-end mobile platforms
Experience using with Maya or Max, Photoshop, Substance Painter, Zbrush and working knowledge of Unity
You will have excellent attention to detail
You will have a thorough knowledge of 3D modeling
You will have a strong eye for art fundamentals such as anatomy, composition, lighting and rendering
Solid understanding of Physically Based Rendering (PBR)
Supervisory experience with international and distributed teams
Keen project management experience
Ability to challenge partners to ensure highest quality is achieved
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal: to articulate our asset creation process and provide critical feedback to external vendors from multiple regions around the globe. Communicate clearly with the Creative Producer and Art team on project status and highlighting potential challenges well in advance
Art Outsource Manager Bonus Points
Experience working with an existing IP
Portfolio showing Sci-FI style artwork
Previous experience working in Jira
Experience working with Basecamp
Previous Character, Animation or Environmental Art creation experience
A genuine interest in playing and making industry leading 4X games is a huge bonus
Experience working with an existing IP
Portfolio showing Sci-FI style artwork
Previous experience working in Jira
Experience working with Basecamp
Previous Character, Animation or Environmental Art creation experience
A genuine interest in playing and making industry leading 4X games is a huge bonus
Please include a portfolio or PDF/links to examples of your work in the application.
At Scopely, we create games for everyone – and want to ensure that the people behind our games reflect that! We are committed to creating a diverse, supportive work environment where everyone is treated with respect. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us & embrace the adventure!
About Us
Scopely is a global interactive entertainment and mobile-first video game company, home to many top, award-winning experiences such as “MONOPOLY GO!,” “Star Trek™ Fleet Command,” “Stumble Guys,” “MARVEL Strike Force,” and “Yahtzee® With Buddies,” among others.
Scopely creates, publishes, and live-operates immersive games that empower a directed-by-consumer™ experience across multiple platforms–from mobile, web, PC and beyond.
Founded in 2011, Scopely is fueled by a world-class team and a proprietary technology platform Playgami that supports one of the most diversified portfolios in the games industry.
Recognized multiple times as one of Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies,” Scopely is a multi-billion-dollar business due to its ability to create long-lasting game experiences that players enjoy for years.
Scopely has global operations in more than a dozen markets across Asia, EMEA, and North America, and is home to many internal game development teams, referred to as Scopely Studios, with additional game studio partners across four continents.
Scopely was acquired by Savvy Games Group in July 2023 for $4.9 billion, and is now an independent subsidiary of Savvy.
For more information on Scopely, visit: scopely.com.
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Skills & Requirements
Experience in task management for 3D and 2D assets for high-end mobile platforms
Experience using with Maya or Max, Photoshop, Substance Painter, Zbrush and working knowledge of Unity
You will have excellent attention to detail
You will have a thorough knowledge of 3D modeling
You will have a strong eye for art fundamentals such as anatomy, composition, lighting and rendering
Solid understanding of Physically Based Rendering (PBR)
Supervisory experience with international and distributed teams
Keen project management experience
Ability to challenge partners to ensure highest quality is achieved
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal: to articulate our asset creation process and provide critical feedback to external vendors from multiple regions around the globe. Communicate clearly with the Creative Producer and Art team on project status and highlighting potential challenges well in advance
Experience in task management for 3D and 2D assets for high-end mobile platforms
Experience using with Maya or Max, Photoshop, Substance Painter, Zbrush and working knowledge of Unity
You will have excellent attention to detail
You will have a thorough knowledge of 3D modeling
You will have a strong eye for art fundamentals such as anatomy, composition, lighting and rendering
Solid understanding of Physically Based Rendering (PBR)
Supervisory experience with international and distributed teams
Keen project management experience
Ability to challenge partners to ensure highest quality is achieved
Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal: to articulate our asset creation process and provide critical feedback to external vendors from multiple regions around the globe. Communicate clearly with the Creative Producer and Art team on project status and highlighting potential challenges well in advance
How to Apply
To apply for the Art Outsource Manager position visit https://www.scopely.com/en/careers?jobviteiframe=job%2Foqmqrfwn
Remote work environment.
About the Company
Founded in 2011, Scopely is fueled by a world-class team and a proprietary technology platform Playgami that supports an extremely diverse portfolio of experiences. With expertise in game design and development, live operations, marketing, analytics and more, our team is dedicated to empowering players to play their own way by creating deep experiences that inspire play, every day.
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