game Art DirectorMagic Media

Description
The Magic Media group is a media and tech start-up powered by creativity and innovation. We have a physical presence in 12 countries and expertize in the areas of art, animation, cybersecurity, game development, video production and VFX amongst others. As a leading creative agency and animation studio, we specialize in creating video content for a wide range of clients.
Magic Media are looking for a highly skilled Art Director to join the team and artistically lead projects of various purposes, techniques and disciplines. The candidate we are looking for should have a strong artistic vision and the ability to lead a team to execute that vision.
As an Art Director at Magic Media, you'll be the arrowhead for the artistic vision of the various projects. You'll meet with clients, understand their needs and messages, and work closely with a team of designers and animators in order to crack briefs and scripts, and turn them into amazing content. The successful candidate must understand emerging trends and technologies within the industry and make strategic recommendations as to how they may benefit and/or impact the studio.
What Will You Do
Take artistic ownership of the studio's projects and work closely with the team, guide & mentor them through the creative vision.
Be the client's Point of Contact to all things artistic (along with the animation directors and the creative director)
Contribute to the conceptualization, design direction, and development of our projects.
Closely monitor and assure the artistic quality for projects of different disciplines - From product videos and social media content to web design elements and UX/UI.
Work on multiple projects in a team-oriented environment.
Help assessing new projects' scopes and budgets.
Maintain excellent communication both internally with the team and externally with our clients.
Requirements
Your Profile
A proven experience with managing artistic teams, mentoring and providing professional feedback.
Experience in leading creative projects from brainstorming to the final product
Strong proven visual skills - Solid understanding of color, composition, typography and graphic styles
Advanced level knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere and After Effects
Extensive knowledge of visual trends and references in various styles and techniques.
Highly organized, multitasker - capable of working in a fast-paced and dynamic atmosphere.
Positive and ego-free attitude, with willingness to be hands-on when needed
Proven track record of delivering clear and consistent visual feedback.
Strong leadership, people and mentoring skills with demonstrated experience in teaching technical and traditional art processes
Organized, self-motivated, dedicated, hard-working, with a strong sense of professionalism and composure while working under tight deadlines
Ability to work effectively with a large amount of ambiguity and adapt easily to change
Manage multiple tasks and projects, switching focus and priorities to respond to business needs as needed
A desire to innovate and to go above and beyond in pursuit of excellence
Hunger for problem-solving and motivating others to deliver exceptional work
Fluent English - Verbal and written.
Experience with 3D production - Advantage
Benefits
We Offer
An opportunity to hone and improve your skills by applying them to a diverse variety of engaging projects
Be part of an international group with offices worldwide
Career growth and development
Working closely with a team of like-minded people in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
Ongoing training and professional self-improvement opportunities
Flexible working hours
An inclusive culture and open communication
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Magic Media

Manila City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time