TL;DR

Character Outsource Manager (Game Development): Manage outsourced character art development across multiple AAA projects, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery of assets. With an accent on vendor coordination, feedback loops, and pipeline optimization. Focus on managing multiple outsourcing pipelines, collaborating cross-functionally, and maintaining high artistic and technical standards.

Location: Hybrid in Horsham, UK or Sofia, Bulgaria with some remote flexibility and temporary work-from-anywhere periods (visa restrictions apply)

Company

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What you will do

Collaborate with Art Leads and Design to create detailed briefs and style guides for outsourced character art.
Manage multiple external vendors and outsourcing pipelines across projects, ensuring delivery timelines and budget compliance.
Review and provide actionable feedback on incoming assets to meet artistic and technical quality standards.
Maintain tracking systems for outsourced assets and optimize outsourcing workflows.
Work closely with production, concept, character artists, and animation teams to ensure asset specifications are met.
Communicate risks and capacity concerns related to external art production.

Requirements

Experience working on multiple AAA titles and background in character art creation.
Management experience and practical understanding of character art pipelines including modeling, texturing, and game engine integration.
Excellent communication and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple vendors and schedules.
Proficiency in industry-standard 3D software such as Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter.
Experience reviewing and providing feedback on character assets.
Location: Must be able to work hybrid in UK or Bulgaria studios; temporary remote work allowed with visa restrictions.

Nice to have

Knowledge of outsourcing contract terms and asset delivery formats.
Passion for games.

Culture & Benefits

Flexible hybrid work model with some remote work and temporary work-from-anywhere options.
Enhanced holiday allowance, maternity/paternity breaks, and flexible core hours.
Bespoke relocation package for employees and dependents.
Private medical, dental, life, and health insurance coverage.
Generous holiday allowance including full studio closure over Christmas and New Year.
Employee-led Diversity and Inclusion Network and wellbeing support including confidential counseling.