Art Director

Sawhorse Productions

. Own and define art direction for branded Roblox experiences from pitch and concept through launch and live updates .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $45 - $60 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in art direction for branded experiences, with a strong focus on Roblox Studio, visual storytelling, and real-time art pipelines. Proven ability to lead and mentor diverse art teams while collaborating effectively with cross-functional partners.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Roblox Studio ProficiencyArt Direction ExperienceBlender or Maya ExpertiseVisual Storytelling SkillsTeam Leadership and Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Art DirectionVisual DevelopmentCompositionColor TheoryLightingShape LanguagePerformance OptimizationPolycount BudgetsTexture AtlasingReal-Time Art Pipelines

Soft Skills

Excellent Presentation SkillsStrong Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

BlenderMayaSubstance 3D PainterAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorRoblox Studio

Industry Keywords

Branded Digital ExperiencesInteractive MediaGame DevelopmentRoblox EcosystemPlayer Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and define art direction for branded Roblox experiences from pitch and concept through launch and live updates
Establish style guides, color scripts, asset specifications, polycount budgets, and texture budgets
Lead visual development for client pitches using mood boards, key art, concept sketches, and environment paintovers
Translate brand guidelines and IP into Roblox-native visual languages
Lead, mentor, and review 3D artists, environment artists, UI designers, VFX artists, and animators
Build and manage art pipelines across Blender, Maya, Substance 3D Painter, and Roblox Studio
Partner with technical artists and Roblox engineers on optimization for mobile, console, PC, and VR
Oversee in-experience UI, HUDs, icons, shop interfaces, and onboarding flows
Collaborate with game designers, producers, creative directors, and commercial production and post teams
Present creative direction, work-in-progress, and final art to clients and stakeholders
Direct key art, experience thumbnails, icons, trailers, and social assets
Drive art reviews and milestone sign-offs
Monitor Roblox updates, top-performing experiences, avatar and UGC trends, and emerging tools including generative AI workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience as an Art Director, Lead Artist, or similar role within games, interactive media, or branded digital experiences
2+ years of hands-on work on Roblox
Strong portfolio demonstrating art direction on shipped games or branded experiences, including Roblox work and multiple stylized art styles
Deep working knowledge of Roblox Studio, including lighting, materials, MeshParts, SurfaceAppearance, and platform constraints
Proficiency in Blender or Maya, Substance 3D Painter, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator
Strong command of composition, color theory, lighting, shape language, and visual storytelling across characters, environments, and UI
Solid understanding of real-time art pipelines, including polycount budgets, UVs, texture atlasing, LODs, and performance optimization for mobile-first audiences
Proven experience leading and mentoring in-house and outsourced art contributors
Experience working with brands, IP holders, or agency partners
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Active, first-hand knowledge of the Roblox ecosystem, player culture, and successful visual experiences
Expected availability during PST core hours Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hourly freelance compensation of $45–$60 per hour
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities