Associate Art Producer: Stardock Systems, Inc

We are currently seeking a full-time Associate Art Producer to oversee all responsibilities related to art outsourcing including understanding art goals and needs, securing contractors to fulfill project goals, acceptance of contracted work maintaining consistency and quality, and integrating assets into the game engine.     Primary Responsibilities Include: Collaborate with the art and design teams to understand and communicate the project's visual goals and maintain consistency and AAA quality. Collaborate with the art and design teams in the creation and overall management of external art schedules and resource plans. Track and provide specific visual feedback on all assets throughout the stages of production to completion. Create and implement the art production pipeline between internal and external productions and enforcing the process throughout the project cycle. Integrate assets (both internally and externally generated) into the game engine.  Evaluate external parties for viability and quality and making recommendations on choice of external vendor.  Education and/or Experience Desired: Bachelor’s Degree in related field and 3+ years of experience required.  Prior game industry experience as a producer or technical artist is a huge plus. Portfolio or reel demonstrating the capability to make solid art and design choices. Proficient with industry standard art tools (Maya, Photoshop, etc.). Understands game art production process and methodology. Previous experience with outsourcing, managing external vendors or teams, and directing others through written communication. Effective communication with peers, art staff, and senior management.