2D Art Lead (Concept Art)

Role SummaryLead the 2D concept art team in delivering high-quality, style-consistent assets for a Western-style game project — combining hands-on production, quality control, and team leadership.ResponsibilitiesProductionProduce high-quality 2D concept art (characters, environments, props, key visuals).Translate art direction into clear concepts and asset specs.Maintain the visual style guide and plan production schedules to meet milestones.Quality ControlSet the quality benchmark and review all 2D deliverables before hand-off.Give actionable feedback (paint-overs, annotations) to keep the team on style.Catch visual inconsistencies and technical issues early in the pipeline.Team ManagementLead, mentor, and assign work to a team of 2D artists.Run 1-on-1s, performance reviews, and onboarding for new members.Foster a collaborative culture and improve workflow with art/production leadership.