Team Lead Character Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Team Lead Character Artist (Gamedev): Driving and structuring character production for the open-world space opera Beyond Good & Evil 2 with an accent on production pipelines, quality standards, and team leadership. Focus on mentoring artists, organizing asset delivery, and collaborating with Art Direction to ensure AAA-level quality.

Location: Office-based in Montpellier, France; Annecy, France; or Montreal, Canada

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in video games, creating original and memorable gaming experiences such as Assassin’s Creed and Rainbow Six.

What you will do

• Lead and support the Character team on a daily basis, providing mentoring and career coaching to support talent growth.
• Structure and drive character production, prioritizing needs and ensuring assets are delivered on time and at the required quality.
• Manage the full character pipeline, from concept through high- and low-resolution modeling to final integration.
• Coordinate with external partners and manage outsourcing processes.
• Act as the primary relay for Art Direction, discussing and co-building technical and artistic decisions.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Team Lead Character Artist on large-scale AAA projects.
• Expert-level character modeling skills for video games and mastery of established pipelines.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities to establish clear frameworks for the team.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating across diverse profiles.
• Ability to maintain AAA standards for narrative quality and gameplay integration.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on an ambitious project with rare industry challenges.
• Collaborate within an experienced, close-knit, and motivated team.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Hiring process

• Application review followed by a quick 30-minute phone pre-screen.
• Discovery interview with a recruiter and Associate Producer to assess fit.
• Technical interview with the Art Director to align on expertise.
• Management skills assessment with the HR team.