Lead Artist Job at WB Games / Avalanche in California

About Avalanche

Avalanche is a Warner Bros. Games studio located in downtown Salt Lake City nestled against the backdrop of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. We’ve been in the video game business since 1995, creating interactive experiences for fans of the world’s largest franchises. Join the team behind the blockbuster open world, action RPG Hogwarts Legacy as we create what’s next!

The Job

Avalanche, a division of WB Games Inc., is seeking a Lead Artist to join our team of talented industry veterans working on a new online multiplayer RPG. This person will be a key leader on the art team, working closely with project leadership to establish a world‑class art culture and robust art pipelines.

What part will you play?

• Lead and mentor the internal art team to deliver high‑quality art that aligns with the artistic vision and technical requirements of the project, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Build relationships with external partners and internal partner studios, ensuring art assets meet all technical and aesthetic requirements.
• Work with leadership to define, document, and maintain the art pipeline.
• Champion a high standard of artistic excellence, providing clear and constructive feedback to both internal and external teams.
• Collaborate with the Art Director, Design Director, and Technical Art to ensure all art aligns with the aesthetic, narrative, and gameplay objectives.
• Coordinate with the production team to manage deliverables, ensuring that milestones and deadlines are met by both internal and external teams.

What do we need from you?

• 8+ years of professional art experience for games, with at least 3–5 years in a senior or lead role.
• Proven experience managing internal artists and partnering with external teams.
• Experience on at least one successfully published large‑scale multiplayer online game title or equivalent.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of high‑quality art, demonstrating a deep understanding of art fundamentals and production pipelines.
• Proficient experience with the Unreal Engine and its content pipeline.
• A track record of fostering a best‑in‑class creative culture where artists can do their best work.
• Deep knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in art production.

Good to Have

• A passion for online multiplayer RPGs.
• Experience with live‑service games.
• Understanding of multiple art disciplines.

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at https://www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation range for locations where legally required. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $112,000.00 – $208,000.00 per year. Compensation may include annual bonuses, short‑ and long‑term incentives, and program‑specific awards. Other benefits include health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.