Art Department Manager in Reno or Las Vegas

Lead a team of game design associates in the creation and production of game assets, 

including 2D and 3D graphical assets, sound, glass artwork, and video graphic artwork and 

animation. Supervises artists, coordinates with engineering project managers in creating 

game content, hires necessary freelancers and vendors, and approves results of final 

product. Manages budgets associated with all creative projects. Participates, as needed, in 

the game/product innovation process.

Supports the presentation of the company’s image in advertising, at trade shows, and in the 

media. Creates presentations for corporate executives. Supervises the production of print 

materials including design, content, and final product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

 Lead and manage a team of game design associates (including video graphic 

artwork, animation, 2D and 3D graphical assets, sound, and glass).

 Directs creative efforts towards the successful delivery of game assets in support of 

the company’s creative design direction.

 Effectively allocates creative resources to efficiently meet company needs.

 Coordinate with software game teams in supporting all creative aspects of the 

development of assigned games.

 Manage all aspects of the creation and delivery of advertising, marketing, and other 

supportive creative content as assigned.

 Participate in strategic planning activities as directed by the company.

 Coordinates with software development, hardware development, and project 

management to achieve the creative objectives for each assigned project

 Coordinate with Product Management towards the successful delivery of game 

content, prototypes, and creative vision based on the strategic vision of the 

company.

 Provide continuous improvement in the process of creating, managing and delivering 

creative content for assigned work efforts.

Knowledge/Skills Required:

 Demonstrated team leadership experience with a team of at least 10 Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

 Strong organization skills

 Strong interpersonal skills to interact with internal and external departments

 Knowledge of business practices and finances

 Ability to demonstrate artistic and design skills

 Experience in managing outside vendors and third party contractors

 Recruit, train, coach, and develop department staff

Education, Training and Experience: 

 Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience

 10 years experience in creative design and production—3-5 years in management