Lead Artist - League of Legends, Game Modes
Sydney, Australia
Job Id : REQ-0008207
We are seeking a leader who is deeply aligned with our product vision and excels at resolving any misalignment. You will collaboratively shape and impact all craft decisions within your team, ensuring the delivery of high-value results for both players and colleagues. As an accountable team leader, you are responsible for your team's deliverables and artistic quality, partnering with other disciplines to develop effective delivery methods.
Effective communication is key; you will ensure stakeholders and team members are well-informed and handle difficult conversations with empathy. You will build and maintain highly functional teams aligned with Riot's culture.
You are adept at recognizing and addressing team health issues promptly, maintaining high performance standards, and coaching team members to meet expectations. Handling conflicts calmly and compassionately, you will ensure issues are addressed and alignment across disciplines and initiatives is maintained.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide clear visual direction aligned with the Art Director’s goals
2. Partner with the League PC, Modes, and Gameplay Art Directors to define visual style and direction for multiple product features
3. Develop outsourcing strategies and documentation
4. Ensure the team produces high-quality artwork that meets technical performance targets
5. Partner with Product and Delivery teams to provide visibility into team deliverables and velocity
6. Maintain a healthy development pace for artists
7. Review final work, delivering feedback to ensure quality and consistency
8. Ensure IP cohesion and fidelity across projects
9. Hold the team accountable to Riot’s art quality and performance standards
10. Foster a diverse and inclusive team environment where all members feel valued
11. Reduce noise, emotional friction, and toxic patterns within the team
12. Balance the needs of Riot with the needs of the team
13. Represent the team’s voice and direction to other teams and products
14. Drive the development of efficient art pipelines
Required Qualifications:
* BA in Game Art Development (or equivalent experience)
* Experience as a Senior or Lead Artist
* 5+ years of industry experience
* 4+ years of management experience
Success in this role depends on craft expertise, collaboration, and decision-making that prioritizes player delight. We value your past studies, experience, and personal connection with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this could be your role!
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, reflecting our commitment to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment.
At Riot, we believe in work/life balance, offering open paid time off, parental leave, and flexible schedules.
Additional Benefits include:
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Stipend
* Support for donations to non-profits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Learning and Development opportunities
Riot fosters a culture of teamwork, embracing differences, and promoting dignity and respect among all employees.
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