**Senior Art Director (Illustration), Disney Lorcana TCG – Unleash Your Creativity and Shape the Future of Trading Card Games**
At Ravensburger, we're not just a company – we're a family of innovators, thinkers, and creatives passionate about bringing joy to children and families around the world. As a leading manufacturer of board games, puzzles, and other entertainment products, we're committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, sustainability, and long-term thinking. Our diverse team of experts is driven by a shared vision: to create engaging experiences that inspire imagination, creativity, and fun.
As a Senior Art Director (Illustration) for our Disney Lorcana TCG, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the visual direction and artistic vision of our trading card game. Working closely with our creative management team and other multi-disciplinary experts, you'll establish a cohesive set vision, manage critical art processes, and mentor and coach other team members to achieve exceptional results.
**Job Summary:**
We're seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Art Director (Illustration) to join our Disney Lorcana TCG team. As a subject matter expert for the IP, you'll commission, inspire, and guide artists to deliver high-quality artwork that meets the brand's standards and exceeds player expectations. Your expertise in visual storytelling, illustration, and art direction will help establish our brand as a leader in the industry.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Establish mood boards for theming and world-building, setting the tone for each set's visual identity
* Develop visual hooks for each assigned set, capturing the essence of the game's narrative and design
* Collaborate with the creative management team to develop visual solutions that meet brand, narrative, and game design goals
* Commission illustrations and provide timely feedback to artists, ensuring their best work is showcased
* Create redlines or corrective artwork to guide and mentor artists, helping them grow and improve
* Prepare concept art, sketches, and final artwork for licensor reviews, ensuring seamless collaboration and approval
* Develop assets and work within Licensor and Ravensburger TCG guidelines, maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency
* Provide feedback on premium card production, ensuring the final product meets our brand's expectations
* Aid in growing the freelance artist pool, identifying and nurturing talent that reflects Ravensburger's quality standards
* Participate in regular Creative meetings with stakeholders, presenting ideas and collaborating on set vision and theming
**Essential Qualifications:**
* 5+ years of experience as an art leader in TCG, visual development, or a related field
* Strong drawing capabilities, understanding of anatomy, perspective, and lighting
* Knowledge of artistic and technical illustration fundamentals
* Ability to meet tight deadlines and inspire others to do the same
* Strong sense of aesthetics and visual storytelling
* Collaborative and active team player with a passion for diversity and inclusion
* Knowledge and love of Disney animation, with a desire to be a proud steward of the IP
**Preferred Qualifications:**
* Experience working with Disney IPs or similar franchises
* Strong understanding of visual development and narrative work together
* Ability to create visual development artwork to solve narrative needs
* Strong teaching and mentoring skills, with a focus on artist development and growth
* Familiarity with Ravensburger's product range and brand standards
**Skills and Competencies:**
* Visual storytelling and illustration expertise
* Strong drawing and artistic skills
* Ability to self-manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced creative environment
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* Strong problem-solving and creative thinking skills
* Ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders
* Strong understanding of Disney animation and IP guidelines
**Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:**
As a Senior Art Director (Illustration) at Ravensburger, you'll have access to a range of career growth opportunities and learning benefits, including:
* Professional development assistance and training programs
* Opportunities to work on high-profile projects and collaborate with industry experts
* Collaborative and creative working environment with a diverse team of experts
* Flexible schedule and remote work options
* Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off
**Work Environment and Company Culture:**
Ravensburger is a dynamic and innovative company that values creativity, collaboration, and sustainability. Our work environment is designed to inspire imagination and creativity, with a focus on open communication, transparency, and teamwork. As a Senior Art Director (Illustration), you'll be part of a close-knit team that shares a passion for Disney animation and a commitment to excellence.
**Compensation and Perks:**
We offer a competitive salary range of $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, you'll enjoy:
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Relocation assistance
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
**How to Apply:**
If you're a creative and visionary leader with a passion for Disney animation and trading card games, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application, including your resume, cover letter, and portfolio, to [insert contact information]. We can't wait to see your work and discuss how you can join our team as a Senior Art Director (Illustration) for Disney Lorcana TCG.
Apply Now
As a Senior Art Director (Illustration) for our Disney Lorcana TCG, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the visual direction and artistic vision of our trading card game. Working closely with our creative management team and other multi-disciplinary experts, you'll establish a cohesive set vision, manage critical art processes, and mentor and coach other team members to achieve exceptional results.
**Job Summary:**
We're seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Art Director (Illustration) to join our Disney Lorcana TCG team. As a subject matter expert for the IP, you'll commission, inspire, and guide artists to deliver high-quality artwork that meets the brand's standards and exceeds player expectations. Your expertise in visual storytelling, illustration, and art direction will help establish our brand as a leader in the industry.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Establish mood boards for theming and world-building, setting the tone for each set's visual identity
* Develop visual hooks for each assigned set, capturing the essence of the game's narrative and design
* Collaborate with the creative management team to develop visual solutions that meet brand, narrative, and game design goals
* Commission illustrations and provide timely feedback to artists, ensuring their best work is showcased
* Create redlines or corrective artwork to guide and mentor artists, helping them grow and improve
* Prepare concept art, sketches, and final artwork for licensor reviews, ensuring seamless collaboration and approval
* Develop assets and work within Licensor and Ravensburger TCG guidelines, maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency
* Provide feedback on premium card production, ensuring the final product meets our brand's expectations
* Aid in growing the freelance artist pool, identifying and nurturing talent that reflects Ravensburger's quality standards
* Participate in regular Creative meetings with stakeholders, presenting ideas and collaborating on set vision and theming
**Essential Qualifications:**
* 5+ years of experience as an art leader in TCG, visual development, or a related field
* Strong drawing capabilities, understanding of anatomy, perspective, and lighting
* Knowledge of artistic and technical illustration fundamentals
* Ability to meet tight deadlines and inspire others to do the same
* Strong sense of aesthetics and visual storytelling
* Collaborative and active team player with a passion for diversity and inclusion
* Knowledge and love of Disney animation, with a desire to be a proud steward of the IP
**Preferred Qualifications:**
* Experience working with Disney IPs or similar franchises
* Strong understanding of visual development and narrative work together
* Ability to create visual development artwork to solve narrative needs
* Strong teaching and mentoring skills, with a focus on artist development and growth
* Familiarity with Ravensburger's product range and brand standards
**Skills and Competencies:**
* Visual storytelling and illustration expertise
* Strong drawing and artistic skills
* Ability to self-manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced creative environment
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* Strong problem-solving and creative thinking skills
* Ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders
* Strong understanding of Disney animation and IP guidelines
**Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:**
As a Senior Art Director (Illustration) at Ravensburger, you'll have access to a range of career growth opportunities and learning benefits, including:
* Professional development assistance and training programs
* Opportunities to work on high-profile projects and collaborate with industry experts
* Collaborative and creative working environment with a diverse team of experts
* Flexible schedule and remote work options
* Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off
**Work Environment and Company Culture:**
Ravensburger is a dynamic and innovative company that values creativity, collaboration, and sustainability. Our work environment is designed to inspire imagination and creativity, with a focus on open communication, transparency, and teamwork. As a Senior Art Director (Illustration), you'll be part of a close-knit team that shares a passion for Disney animation and a commitment to excellence.
**Compensation and Perks:**
We offer a competitive salary range of $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, you'll enjoy:
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Relocation assistance
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
**How to Apply:**
If you're a creative and visionary leader with a passion for Disney animation and trading card games, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application, including your resume, cover letter, and portfolio, to [insert contact information]. We can't wait to see your work and discuss how you can join our team as a Senior Art Director (Illustration) for Disney Lorcana TCG.
Apply Now