Studio Gobo is an established AAA games studio, part of the Keywords family. Our team has worked on multiple world-class projects for companies such as Tencent, Disney, Ubisoft and Warner Bros. Projects include Synced: Off-Planet, For Honor, Marvel Super Heroes: Guardians of the Galaxy and Star Wars: Rise Against the Empire playsets for Disney Infinity 3.0.

We are looking for a Lead Artist to join the team on a brand new project. The Lead Artist will make a significant contribution to the creation of high quality in game art as it applies to real-time technology for a AAA console game. This is an opportunity to combine experience, passion and management skills working with and building a talented art team on a world class project.

At Studio Gobo, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Studio Gobo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer you a comprehensive benefits package and an award-winning environment to work in, rating 4.9 out of 5 stars for employee satisfaction on glassdoor.com!

A Lead Artist at Studio Gobo...

Works closely with the art director, studio leads and client to maintain or establish the artistic vision, and art objectives. Work with the team and discipline leads to ensure the technical and aesthetic standards for the project are met and fit within project timeframes.
Manage and mentor a cross discipline art team, developing their careers and assisting in achieving the best possible results.
Lead by example; demonstrate, communicate, and set clear expectations for quality that align with the artistic vision.
Passionate about innovation and an eye for emerging trends within game art, aiding in assessing pipelines and establishing benchmarks.
Play an active role in fostering a collaborative art culture within the team, onboarding new members, instilling the core values of the studio, and ensuring excellence.
Recognise the importance of gameplay and building artwork that enhances the player’s experience.

Requirements

Things we'd love to see from you:

Prior experience as a Lead Artist with at least one shipped AAA title to your credit at this level.
Knowledge and interest in multiple disciplines of art production, ability to provide inspiring direction and constructive critique of artwork at all stages of development.
A world class portfolio including industry related work that inspires us and showcases your ability and talent.
Prior experience working with the current state of the art game engines such as unreal engine for modern console hardware.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem solving and organisational skills.
Experience establishing and troubleshooting production pipelines as they relate to timely delivery of art production, both internally and through use of external teams and outsourcing partners.
Experience working with recruitment and studio leadership team to identify talent and assist in the process for hiring. Participation in wider recruitment initiatives such as University and industry talks and events.
A Passion for games.

Benefits

When you join Studio Gobo you can expect to enjoy a unique culture. Whether its participating and relaxing with one of our wellness benefits or discussing the latest games over lunch cooked by our in-house chef. The Studio knows that it’s the best people that make the best games and this is what Studio Gobo invests in. Below you will find all the benefits and perks you can enjoy as a Studio Gobo team member.

Holidays - 20 days’ annual leave entitlement, plus 3 days’ studio closure over the Christmas period, giving a total of 23 days paid annual leave plus all 8 UK bank holidays.
Bonus Anniversary Holidays - An additional day of annual leave for each year’s anniversary working at Studio Gobo, to a maximum of 7 extra days!
Generous Team Project Bonuses
Visa & Relocation Package - For qualified employees, we will pay for the visa costs for you and your family. We will also provide you with a relocation allowance.
Company Pension Scheme – Employer contribution matching award-winning pension scheme provided by NEST under the UK governments automatic enrolment scheme.
Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) - ESPP is an easy way for staff to get involved in entry level company ownership or make a small profit on savings.
Private Medical Insurance Scheme – Full private medical cover provided by BUPA Private Healthcare.
Group Life Insurance
Private Dental Insurance Scheme – Full private dental cover provided under our Dental plan company scheme.
Group Income Protection
EAP - Employee Assistance Program that assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their work, health, mental and emotional wellbeing.
Volunteer Time Off ‘Studio Gobo in the Community’ – Spend one day per year on full pay volunteering for the non-profit organisation of your choice.
Cycle & Tech Scheme – Receive up to £3000 worth of goodies as part of this salary sacrifice scheme.
Eye-care Vouchers – Free eye tests.
Train Travel Season Ticket Loan – Interest-free company loan to spread the cost of an annual season ticket.
Personal Trainer Sessions – Free gym sessions with our own Gobo personal trainer.
Health and Wellbeing Allowance - £50 per month to spend on your choice of a range of healthy activities.
Fast Growing Studio – Plenty of room for career advancement
Industry Conferences Budget – A generous annual studio conferences budget. Many of our employees benefit from attending conferences such as GDC, E3 or SIGGRAPH, THU, Develop etc every year.

Perks

Inspire & Motive Programme - Offering training opportunities, inspiring workshops and industry conferences.
Free locally roasted Coffee & Speciality Teas
Gobo Cereal Bar – Extensive granola, muesli and breakfast cereal selections.
Full Chefs Kitchen & Equipment – Free use of our large full-sized chef’s kitchen ideal for whipping up a quick snack or a culinary feast.
World Famous Free Lunches – Every Friday our studio enjoys a studio lunch together. Cooked in-house by our very own chef with meat, vegan and gluten free options available every week.
Fresh Fruit & Healthy Snacks – Provided every day, with a suggestion board for new treats!
Pastries, Cakes & Doughnuts – For the odd naughty pleasure.
Soft Drinks Fridge – A large range of free chilled soft drinks.
Gobo Beer & Wine Fridge – Free beers, ales and wine and even the odd gin and tonic! Grab a beer at our end of week Show and Tell sessions and see what everybody else in the company has been up to!
In-house Social Clubs – There are lots of ways to socialise with your colleagues here! From day one you’re invited to join in clubs for D&D fans, board games, bouldering, drawing nights, yoga, cooking club – the list goes on and there is always space open for new members!
Extensive Video Game & Book Library – Borrow a game, a book or even a whole console.
Spacious Industrial Chic Studio Space – Many visitors comment on what an amazing studio space we have. We’ve invested a lot of time, thought and money into our studio. And we get to work in this space every day. Our working environment makes an incredible difference in our mood and productivity.
Dogs with Jobs – Studio Gobo is a dog-friendly employer. Bring doggo into the studio to meet and hang out with the rest of the team any time!
Project Wrap Parties, Cinema Nights & Team Nights Out – We work hard together so it’s good to let off steam and spend some time together seeing what the wonderful city of Brighton & Hove has to offer.
Monthly Studio Social Nights – Once per month the studio plays host to the biggest party in Brighton & Hove (probably). The drinks fridge is open for all. Invite a loved one to join us for food, drinks and anything in an array of board games, Smash Bros tournaments, 10-person Overwatch multiplayer bouts, Beer Pong or even a bit of karaoke.
Summer Festival – Every year on a hot summer’s afternoon, we all leave work early to enjoy the sun with company organised pop-up diner, cocktail shack, bouncy castle, face painting and other fun amenities. The whole family is invited to spend the day coming to socialise with us, on us :)