Voodoo

Game Art Director - Hole.io

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Mobile Games, Gaming, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have extensive experience in art direction within the mobile gaming industry with a proven track record of successful projects. Mastery of Photoshop, Unity, and Blender or equivalent 3D software is required, along with strong technical acumen for mobile platform optimization. A collaborative leadership style, passion for the mobile games market, and an innovative mindset are also essential.

Responsibilities

The Game Art Director will oversee the artistic vision and direction for a live mobile game, leading the design and development of all game assets including characters, environments, and UI elements. Responsibilities include driving the enhancement of the game with striking visual effects and fluid animations, coordinating with development teams for asset integration in Unity, and guiding the use of 2D and 3D techniques. The role also involves championing advanced art production tools and techniques to improve workflows and asset quality.

Skills

Game Art Direction
Visual Style
Game Asset Design
Character Design
Environment Design
UI Design
Visual Effects (VFX)
Animation
Unity
Artistic Vision
Leadership

Voodoo

Develops free hyper-casual mobile games

About Voodoo

Voodoo.io focuses on mobile gaming and app development, particularly in the hyper-casual game segment, which features simple and easy-to-play games that appeal to a wide audience. Their games are free for users, and the company generates revenue through advertising by partnering with ad networks like AdColony and Adjust to display targeted ads within their games. This approach allows Voodoo to entertain millions of users globally while providing brands with advertising solutions to reach mobile gamers effectively. Unlike many competitors, Voodoo emphasizes user privacy by allowing users to manage consent settings and ensuring no personal data is collected from children under 16. The company's goal is to create engaging mobile experiences while maintaining a strong commitment to user privacy and providing valuable advertising opportunities for brands.

Paris, FranceHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$480.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, GamingIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

BeReal acquisition may not yield expected returns if popularity doesn't rebound.
Questopia's launch in China could face regulatory challenges.
Wizz app's 'Teen Tinder' reputation may attract scrutiny from parents and regulators.

Differentiation

Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide, following Google and Meta.
The company specializes in hyper-casual games, attracting a broad audience globally.
Voodoo offers advertising solutions, enhancing brand engagement with mobile gamers.

Upsides

Acquisition of BeReal diversifies Voodoo's portfolio beyond gaming.
Partnership with AppHarbr improves ad quality, increasing user engagement and revenue.
Successful launch of Questopia in China expands Voodoo's market presence.

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