Art Director

Madbox

. Own the art vision for new features and seasonal content .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeParis • FranceLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading creative teams within the free-to-play mobile game industry, ensuring high-quality art deliverables while balancing creative ambition with technical constraints. Proficient in managing art pipelines and integrating AI-assisted processes to enhance productivity and workflow.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Lead Artist ExperienceArt ManagementF2P Mobile Games Market KnowledgeUnity Pipeline ProficiencyExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Art Direction2D Art3D ArtUIUX DesignArt Pipeline ManagementCreative Team LeadershipPlayer Engagement MetricsKPI AnalysisAI-Assisted Art ProcessesGame Production Chain Knowledge

Soft Skills

Team Energy ManagementFeedback FacilitationStakeholder Communication

Industry Keywords

Free-To-PlayLive-Operated TitleGame DesignOutsourcing ExperiencePlayer Engagement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the art vision for new features and seasonal content
Keep the game visually fresh, attractive, accessible, inclusive, and unique
Manage and grow a team of 6 comprising 4 Game Artists and 2 UIUX professionals
Maintain high talent density, foster feedback, and ensure team energy
Oversee the art pipeline and balance creative ambition with technical constraints of a live mobile game
Ensure efficient, high-quality art deliverables
Act as the primary artistic partner for the Game Director and other Managers
Contribute to overall production strategy and the game's long-term success
Serve as the main contact for art-related topics across Development, Game Design, Communication, and Marketing
Explore and integrate AI-assisted processes for productivity and art workflow

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of experience in the free-to-play mobile game industry
At least one experience on a scaled and live-operated title
Meaningful experience as a Lead Artist, Art Manager, Art Director, or similar
Strong background in managing creative teams
Deep understanding of the F2P mobile games market, visual success over several years, player engagement, and KPIs
Strong portfolio demonstrating ability to guide a project's aesthetic and maintain high standards across 2D, 3D, and UIUX
Exceptional communication skills with artistic and non-artistic stakeholders
Solid knowledge of the overall game production chain, Unity pipeline, technical art constraints, and collaboration with developers
Good ability to communicate in English
Nice to have: experience with outsourcing partners
Nice to have: experience in game design, development, or prototyping

Benefits

Comp & perks

Madbox values passionate, creative, innovative team players and supports learning new things
Home Assignment & review included in the hiring process