Position: Art Director
Company: Bitmedia Labs
Experience required: 3y
English level: intermediate

About Bitmedia Labs:
Bitmedia Labs - an international product IT company, has been in the industry since 2014, effectively functioning on a worldwide scale with a crew of 100+ ambitious and highly skilled professionals, creating successful projects in domains such as online advertising systems for the crypto space, blockchain games and NFT products. Our gaming company is seeking a talented and experienced Art Director to join our team. As an Art Director, you will be responsible for leading and managing the artistic vision and direction of our games. We are looking for someone with a strong background in design, as well as knowledge and expertise in the areas of cryptocurrency, blockchain, and marketing.

Responsibilities:
- Develop and communicate a compelling artistic vision for our games, ensuring alignment with the overall game concept and target audience;
- Lead and manage a team of artists, providing guidance and feedback to ensure high-quality and cohesive visual assets;
- Collaborate with game designers and developers to integrate art assets seamlessly into the game mechanics and user interface;
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in gaming, cryptocurrency, blockchain, and marketing, and incorporate innovative ideas into the art direction;
- Oversee the creation and implementation of art assets, including character designs, environments, animations, and special effects;
- Maintain and enforce brand guidelines to ensure consistent visual identity across all game elements;
- Collaborate with marketing teams to create promotional materials, including trailers, screenshots, and social media assets;
- Work closely with external vendors and freelancers, as needed, to ensure timely delivery of high-quality assets.

Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Art, Design, or a related field;
- Proven experience as an Art Director in the gaming industry;
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in various art styles and genres;
- In-depth knowledge of design principles, including composition, color theory, and typography;
- Familiarity with cryptocurrency and blockchain concepts, and the ability to incorporate them into game visuals;
- Proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite;
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively manage a team and collaborate with cross-functional teams;
- Strong understanding of marketing principles and the ability to create visually appealing and engaging promotional materials.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in creating art for blockchain-based games or NFT (Non---- Fungible Token) assets;
- Familiarity with gamification and user experience (UX) design principles;
- Knowledge of 3D modeling and animation software;
- Passion for gaming and a strong interest in emerging technologies and trends.

Hiring process:
- Intro call with a Recruiter - Interview with the Hiring team -Offer.

We offer:
- Flexible work environment - you can work remotely anywhere or at our comfortable Hub in Kyiv; 
- The 8-hours working day with a flexible schedule;
- Competitive salary based on your experience;
- Regular performance review and annual salary review;
- 100% paid sick leaves, vacation and holidays;
- Professional development tools (reimbursement of educational courses or workshops, conferences around the world);
- English classes;
- Ambitious team with a transparent communication and friendly atmosphere, no micromanagement;
- Apple equipment;
- Memorable gifts for holidays.

If you are a creative and passionate Art Director with a deep understanding of design, cryptocurrency, blockchain, and marketing in the gaming industry, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and help shape the visual identity of our exciting games!