Climax Studios has been a titan of the UK games industry for over 30 years, delivering award-winning digital experiences across every major platform. Based in our state-of-the-art studio at the historic Albert Dock in Liverpool, we offer an inspiring environment where heritage meets high-end technology.

We are currently looking for a talented and highly organized Outsource Art Coordinator specifically focused on Character Art. This is a pivotal role that sits at the intersection of creative direction and production management. You will be responsible for ensuring that our external partners deliver assets that match the high-fidelity AAA standards our players expect. The ideal candidate is not only a seasoned artist with hands-on technical skills but also a gregarious leader capable of mentoring external teams and managing complex pipelines.

As the Outsource Art Coordinator, your primary goal is to maintain the visual integrity and technical quality of character-related assets produced outside our studio walls. You are the bridge between Climax Studios’ internal vision and our global network of external partners.

This role requires a unique “hybrid” skillset. On one hand, you must be a master of the craft—capable of jumping into ZBrush or Maya to create high-quality models, environments, or weapons when the project demands. On the other hand, you must be an effective communicator and project manager, capable of translating abstract art direction into clear, actionable technical documentation for external teams.

Key Responsibilities

• External Management: Act as the primary point of contact for external art teams, providing detailed, constructive feedback to ensure all assets align with the project’s art style and technical requirements.
• Documentation & Reference: Create comprehensive documentation, visual benchmarks, and workflow examples to minimize friction and ensure external artists understand our pipeline from day one.
• Quality Control: Review all incoming assets (Characters, Weapons, and Props). You will be responsible for approving work that meets our AAA standards and identifying areas for improvement in those that don’t.
• Technical Integration: Take approved assets and implement them into the game engine (Unreal Engine 4/5 or Unity), making necessary tweaks to materials or geometry to ensure they are “game-ready.”
• Production Tracking: Work closely with internal Art Leads to schedule, track, and report on the status of incoming assets, ensuring that production milestones are met on time and within budget.
• In-House Art Support: When not managing external pipelines, you will apply your skills to create high-quality 3D assets internally to support the core art team.

Technical Skills & Experience

• AAA Background: You must be a veteran of the AAA industry with a deep understanding of modern game art pipelines and high-fidelity asset creation.
• Character & Environment Mastery: Exceptional skills in character, weapon, and environment modelling. You should be as comfortable sculpting organic forms in ZBrush as you are with hard-surface modelling in Maya.
• Software Proficiency: Expert command of Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, and the Substance Suite.
• Engine Expertise: Hands-on experience implementing assets within Unreal Engine 4/5 and Unity.
• Quality Focus: An extremely high bar for quality and a meticulous attention to detail.

Soft Skills & Leadership

• Communication: You are gregarious, friendly, and capable of building strong relationships with both internal colleagues and remote external teams.
• Management: Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to manage deadlines and production budgets effectively.
• Self-Motivation: You are a proactive problem-solver who can take a brief and run with it, keeping the pipeline moving without constant supervision.

Working at the Albert Dock offers a work-life experience unlike any other. Beyond the breathtaking views of the Liverpool Harbour, we offer a culture that prioritizes your well-being and professional growth.

Studio Perks & Culture

• Dog-Friendly Office: We know your four-legged friends are family. Bring your dog to work and let them join our studio pack.
• Fuel for Creativity: Enjoy our bean-to-cup coffee machine, daily fresh fruit, healthy breakfast options, and (for those “treat yourself” moments) some not-so-healthy snacks.
• Social Scene: We are a social bunch. Whether it’s D&D nights, board games, or our football and tennis clubs, there’s always an opportunity to unwind with the team.
• Events: From legendary project wrap parties and annual summer bashes to our dedicated charity fundraising events, we know how to celebrate our hard work.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health & Dental: Group Private Medical Insurance via BUPA, Private Dental Insurance, and Eye-Care vouchers.
• Peace of Mind: Group Life Insurance, Income Protection, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Future Planning: Robust Company Pension Scheme and ongoing training with clear career progression paths.
• Lifestyle: Cycle To Work Scheme and an excellent holiday package to keep you refreshed.

We are looking for a coordinator who is as passionate about the art of games as we are. To apply, please ensure your submission includes:

1. Professional CV: Detailing your AAA experience and history of asset management.
2. Portfolio Link: Highlighting your expertise in character, weapon, and environment modelling.
3. Cover Letter: Explaining your experience with outsource coordination and why you want to join the Climax team in Liverpool.

Equal Opportunities: Keywords Studios and Climax Studios are dedicated to an Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

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