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Keywords Studios

Global game development and testing services

Lead Art Director

Concept ArtConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeQuébec City, QC, CanadaCA$120k - CA$140k

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 10 years of industry experience as an outsourcer or freelancer; relevant education is considered equivalent.
  • Proven experience working on AAA projects.
  • Strong proficiency with industry-standard tools and workflows, including 3D software and photo manipulation.
  • Ability to understand and execute from briefs and art documentation.
  • Experience collaborating with international clients as a contractor.
  • Strong sense of responsibility, ownership, and time management.
  • Advanced English is required.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with project managers to establish project processes, budgets, artist assignments, and timelines.
  • Create project briefing documentation and provide timely feedback to keep the art team aligned with the client's vision.
  • Attend and lead regular team meetings with clients and creative teams to ensure alignment on creative goals.
  • Lead and supervise teams of artists, collaborate creatively within project requirements, and maintain consistency across styles and directions.
  • Use advanced industry techniques, including 3D software and photo manipulation, to support the team's design process.
  • Manage deadlines and assigned projects responsibly, ensuring successful delivery of high-quality work that meets client expectations and brand standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Intermediate French is preferred.
  • Additional languages are a plus for working with international clients.
  • Previous experience working with VOLTA clients or projects.
  • Credits with companies such as BioWare, ArenaNet, or Capcom.

About the Company

Keywords Studios

Global game development and testing services

Keywords Studios provides services for the global video games industry across the full lifecycle from concept to post-launch. Its offerings include game-ready art, marketing, game development, functional and localization testing, text and audio localization (including casting and audio post-production), community management, player support, and content moderation. It operates with over 13,000 professionals across 70+ studios in 25+ countries using an end-to-end platform powered by proprietary technology to coordinate work. Its goal is to help clients bring intellectual property to life by delivering digital content that entertains, connects, and educates, with differentiation coming from its global scale, breadth of services, and ability to tailor bespoke project solutions.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland
Founded
1998

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