Technical Art Manager, Pokémon GO

Job Description

Niantic is seeking a Technical Art Manager for the Pokémon GO team. This role involves leading a team of Technical Artists, planning the creative process from prototyping to production. The Technical Art Manager will collaborate with cross-functional partners, provide leadership, and advocate for their team.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Technical Art, Art, Game Design, and UX Design leadership.
• Build consensus with cross-functional leaders across Production and Engineering.
• Provide leadership and be the strongest advocate for the Technical Art team.
• Develop, mentor, and support team members.
• Define strategy, priorities, and resource allocation decisions.
• Build and manage team schedules.
• Anticipate and recognize potential production issues and recommend solutions.
• Foster Niantic’s culture and principles.

Requirements:

• 3+ years leading or managing Technical Art teams.
• Empathetic leader and supporter for the Technical Art team and workflows.
• Project management experience in PC, console, or mobile game development.
• Success in creating a collaborative culture.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Previous expertise in graphics focused areas of Technical Art.
• Familiarity with game art production tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hybrid environment.
• Experience working on cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.

What the role offers:

• Opportunity to work on a global gaming sensation.
• Lead and mentor a team of Technical Artists.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners.
• Competitive compensation package.