Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Zynga
Job overview
The Art Director for Wizard of Oz Slots at Zynga leads the visual direction of a popular mobile slot game, inspiring a team of 2D artists and collaborating across departments to deliver engaging player experiences.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves ensuring high-quality art content, creating style guides, collaborating with game teams, leading critiques, managing and mentoring art leads, supporting career development, optimizing art production processes, assisting producers with planning, and working with marketing on materials.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's in a creative field, 5+ years leading creative teams, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Perforce, JIRA, strong communication skills, passion for games, and preferably experience or knowledge in slots and casino markets.
Career development
The position includes mentoring and supporting the art team's career growth and opportunities to work on a high-profile game with cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Company information
Zynga is a leading mobile game developer known for popular titles and a collaborative, creative work environment focused on delivering fun gaming experiences.
Team overview
The candidate will lead a team of 2D artists and work closely with Production, Design, Engineering, and Product Management teams.
Job location and travel
The position is located at any of Zynga's offices in the US or Canada, with no specific travel requirements mentioned.
Unique job features
The role offers the chance to lead art direction on a successful mobile slot game seen by millions daily, with involvement in both creative and production aspects.
Company overview
Zynga is a leading developer of social games, primarily known for its popular titles such as FarmVille, Words With Friends, and Zynga Poker. The company generates revenue through in-game purchases, advertising, and partnerships. Founded in 2007 by Mark Pincus, Zynga has grown through strategic acquisitions and a focus on mobile gaming. Notable milestones include its 2011 IPO and subsequent acquisition by Take-Two Interactive in 2022, which expanded its reach in the gaming industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership experience in art direction, especially within mobile games or casino slots, emphasizing your ability to inspire and manage creative teams effectively.
Focus on showcasing your skills in maintaining high-quality visual standards, creating style guides, and collaborating cross-functionally with production, design, engineering, and product management.
Apply through multiple platforms including Zynga's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Art Director role.
Connect on LinkedIn with current art directors, producers, or design leads at Zynga; start conversations by complimenting recent Zynga game launches or asking about their creative process and team culture.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'Art Direction,' 'mobile games,' 'style guides,' 'team leadership,' 'Adobe Creative Suite,' 'Perforce,' and 'casino games' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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