Art Lead

1 Month ago • 3 Years + • Art

Job Summary

Job Description

welevel is seeking an Art Lead to define and guide the visual identity of an immersive, photorealistic RPG and survival game. The role involves leading a multidisciplinary art team, collaborating with engineering and design to create a beautiful and believable world. Responsibilities include owning the visual direction, mentoring artists, guiding asset creation, establishing workflows, and overseeing internal/external asset production. This is a full-time, on-site position in Munich, Germany.
Must have:
  • 3+ years of experience in AAA game development
  • Strong artistic fundamentals in anatomy, lighting, composition, materials
  • Understanding of Unreal Engine 5, ZBrush, Blender, Marvelous Designer
  • Ability to balance creative direction with production awareness
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Perks:
  • Inspiring Work Environment
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Team Activities
  • Free Drinks
  • A Pioneering, Start-Up Mindset
  • Relocation assistance

Job Details

Why us?
At welevel, we’re more than just a startup - we’re a vibrant community of innovators passionate about crafting the future of RPG and survival games. Based in Munich, we combine cutting-edge technology with a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, where every team member plays a vital role in our success.

Here’s what makes us stand out:
  • Inspiring Work Environment: A central Munich location with a motivated and international team that thrives on creativity and collaboration.
  • Competitive Compensation: We believe in rewarding talent fairly and offer a compensation package that reflects your skills and impact.
  • Team Activities: Regular events to build a strong sense of community.
  • Free Drinks: Enjoy complimentary beverages to keep you refreshed throughout the day.
  • A Pioneering, Start-Up Mindset: Join a culture where your ideas and creativity are valued and encouraged.
Your Role
We’re seeking an Art Lead who can define and guide the visual identity of a deeply immersive, photorealistic world. You’ll lead a multidisciplinary team of artists and collaborate with engineering and design to create a world that’s beautiful, believable, and alive—from rugged terrain and weathered buildings to expressive characters and atmospheric lighting.
Responsibilities
  • Own and evolve the game’s hyper-realistic visual direction
  • Lead, mentor, and support a cross-functional art team (environment, character, tech art, animation)
  • Guide and review the creation of assets, lighting, and world-building with a consistent eye for realism
  • Establish and maintain scalable, efficient workflows and pipelines
  • Collaborate closely with design and engineering to ensure visual quality supports gameplay and narrative
  • Oversee both internal and external asset production and quality
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience in AAA game development
  • Strong artistic fundamentals in anatomy, lighting, composition, and materials
  • Solid understanding (not expert-level) of our toolset: Unreal Engine 5, ZBrush, Blender, and Marvelous Designer
  • Ability to balance hands-on creative direction with team coordination and production awareness
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines
What we offer
  • The opportunity to leave your mark on the gaming industry by working on a groundbreaking AAA title.
  • A fun and dynamic work environment, surrounded by a team of passionate, creative, and talented individuals.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation assistance for the right candidate.
  • The chance to live and work in the vibrant and beautiful city of Munich, Germany.

    Are you ready to embark on an epic journey with welevel and make SolidRiver an unforgettable gaming experience? Don't hesitate!

    Apply now and let your creativity flow like a mighty river!

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