Job Opportunity: Head of Content Creation
Urban Games is an independent and highly successful video game development company specializing in simulation and management games. Our latest title, Transport Fever 2, launched to critical acclaim in late 2019, allowing us to thrive and expand. We offer a unique opportunity to work on innovative video games in a creative environment, along with competitive salaries. Located in Schaffhausen, just 39 minutes from Zurich, our office is easily accessible via direct train links.
Position Overview
The Head of Content Creation will oversee the entire art team, collaborating closely with other leads and the CEO to optimize performance and growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a team consisting of six in-house artists and two external 2D/3D artist teams.
- Define roles and responsibilities, identify growth opportunities, evaluate performance, and promote team members.
- Enhance team performance, define new profiles, and facilitate new hiring.
- Communicate essential goals to the team, act as a motivator, and lead by example.
- Gather feedback from team members and ensure a disciplined and fair work environment.
- Ensure deadlines are met and facilitate learning from project experiences.
- Foster close collaboration with the Head of Product, Head of Development, and the CEO.
Requirements
- 3+ years of leadership experience and 5+ years as a 3D artist or in a related role.
- Proficient with established 3D modeling software, content pipelines, and custom tools.
- Experience with 2D tools such as Substance texturing tools and Photoshop.
- Strong leadership skills with a high level of empathy for the motivations of highly qualified teams.
- Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical team members.
- Strong organizational, moderation, and social skills, coupled with assertiveness.
- A robust portfolio showcasing completed products you have worked on.
- Fluent in German and English (B2 level or higher).
Preferences
- Degree in game development, formal art education, or equivalent experience.
- Advanced knowledge of shader languages, scripting, and programming.
- Experience in the video game industry with a record of shipped products.
To apply, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.