Lead Tech Artist

At Aristocrat, we are passionate about crafting world-class gaming experiences that bring happiness and excitement to millions of players worldwide. As a leading name in gaming content and technology, we pride ourselves on our innovative spirit and our dedication to excellence. Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic, collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact our success and help build the future of gaming!

As a Lead Tech Artist, you will play a meaningful role in our ambitious projects. This position offers an outstanding opportunity to work with a dedicated team, pushing the boundaries of digital gaming art and animation. If you thrive in a creative, fast-paced setting and are eager to take on new challenges, we invite you to join us in delivering flawless gaming experiences.

What You'll Do:-

• Develop and update artwork and animation for digital gaming projects.

• Focus on content implementation pipeline to ensure smooth and efficient processes.

• Ensure asset management, file organization, and output configuration are accomplished accurately.

• Schedule and manage time efficiently, collaborating with agile development leaders.

• Deliver assets on time and to specification with outstanding attention to detail.

• Conduct peer reviews to check work for accuracy and quality.

• Handle various other duties including game documentation as per business needs.

• Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams to achieve the highest quality games possible.

• Follow guidelines set by management to manage and develop art assets supporting the business.

• Contribute ideas and innovations aimed at improving overall testing processes, tools, and methodologies.

• Work collaboratively with distributed team/studio leads for status updates and mentorship.

• Participate in after-business hours calls as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree/BFA/MFA or equivalent, with 3+ years of experience in digital gaming as a technical artist.

• Strong experience with Adobe products, specifically After Effects and Photoshop.

• Proficiency in 2D graphics and a solid understanding of animation principles.

• Good knowledge of scripting languages for automating artist tools, such as After Effects plug-ins.

• Experience with asset control systems like Perforce and Microsoft Office Suite is a plus.

• Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies is desirable.

• Prior experience in the digital or social gaming industry is advantageous.

• An outstanding ability to notice fine details and follow technical/compliance specifications closely.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with global collaborators.

• Ability to recommend and apply upgrades in testing processes, tools, and test cases.

This job description may have been reviewed and enhanced using AI-assisted tools to improve clarity, consistency, and inclusivity. All final content, role requirements and hiring decisions remain subject to human review and approval by Aristocrat.

Compensation Philosophy

We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.

Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.