Remote Game Art Director — Volunteer Leadership

Video Game Art Manager (Art Direction, Asset Production & Creative Leadership)
The Donovan’s Venom (501c3 Nonprofit)
Department: Interactive Media Studio (Game Development)
Location: Remote
Position Type: Volunteer Leadership Role
Reports To: Director of Interactive Media Studio / Game Development
Position Overview
The

Video Game Art Manager

is responsible for leading the visual development of game projects, including art direction, asset production, and artist coordination.

This role ensures that all visual elements - characters, environments, UI, and assets - are aligned with the creative vision and produced at a high level of quality.

Operating at the intersection of

creative direction, production, and team leadership , this role is critical to delivering cohesive, engaging, and visually compelling game experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Art Direction & Visual Vision

Define and maintain the visual style of game projects

Ensure consistency across:

Characters

Environments

UI/UX elements

Align art direction with overall game design

Asset Production Oversight

Oversee creation of game art assets, including:

2D/3D assets

Character designs

Environment art

UI elements

Ensure assets meet quality and technical standards

Team Leadership & Coordination

Lead and support a team of artists

Assign tasks based on:

Skill sets

Project needs

Provide feedback and direction

Workflow & Pipeline Management

Establish and maintain art production workflows

Ensure efficient asset creation and delivery

Coordinate with development timelines

Quality Control & Review

Review assets for quality, consistency, and usability

Provide constructive feedback

Ensure final deliverables meet project standards

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work with:

Game designers

Developers

UX/UI teams

Ensure art integrates seamlessly into gameplay

Tool & Asset Management

Support use of:

Art tools (e.g., Blender, Unity, Adobe Suite)

Maintain organized asset libraries

Ensure proper version control

Timeline & Deliverable Management

Track progress of art deliverables

Ensure deadlines are met

Identify and address delays

Creative Problem-Solving

Resolve visual and production challenges

Adapt designs based on technical constraints

Balance creativity with feasibility

Documentation & Standards

Create and maintain:

Style guides

Art guidelinesEnsure consistency across teams

Continuous Improvement

Improve art workflows and processes

Support skill development within the team

Enhance overall visual quality

Volunteer Commitment Expectations

Estimated Commitment:

10-15 hours per week

Flexible schedule

Participation in game development and creative meetings required

Fully remote

Minimum Qualifications

3-5 years of experience in:

Game art

Digital art

Art production or creative roles

Experience leading or mentoring creative teams

Strong portfolio demonstrating relevant work

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with:

Game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine)

2D/3D modeling tools

Experience in collaborative or remote creative teams

Experience in indie or nonprofit game development

Core Competencies
Art Direction & Creative Vision

Defines and maintains visual identity

Ensures artistic consistency

Team Leadership

Guides and supports artists

Provides clear feedback and direction

Production & Workflow Management

Manages asset pipelines

Ensures efficient delivery

Quality Control

Maintains high standards for visual assets

Reviews and improves outputs

Collaboration

Works effectively across teams

Aligns art with design and development

Problem Solving

Resolves creative and technical challenges

Balances quality with constraints

Work Environment

Fully remote

Creative, collaborative development environment

Fast-moving, production-focused team

Important Disclaimer
This is a volunteer position and does not constitute employment.

We are onboarding individuals who are ready to contribute immediately.

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