Art Lead (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Art Lead (Gamedev): Defining and guiding the visual identity of a deeply immersive, photorealistic world, leading a multidisciplinary team of artists. Focus on creating a beautiful, believable, and alive world, from rugged terrain and weathered buildings to expressive characters and atmospheric lighting.

Location: Must be based in Munich, Germany or willing to relocate.

Company

hirify.global is a fast-growing AI-powered game studio in the heart of Munich creating a blockbuster title.

What you will do

• 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 of 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.

Culture & Benefits

• 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.
• Inspiring Work Environment: A central Munich location with a motivated and international team that thrives on creativity and collaboration.
• Team Activities: Regular events to build a strong sense of community.
• Free Drinks: Enjoy complimentary beverages to keep you refreshed throughout the day.