Franchise Art Director (Apex Legends)

Role Overview

The Franchise Art Director is the steward of the Apex franchise’s visual direction, responsible for defining, protecting, and advancing its long-term artistic ambition across every touchpoint. This role sets the visual standards for Apex and ensures the franchise evolves in bold, innovative, and culturally resonant ways.

What You Will Do

Define and evolve the long-term Art Direction vision for the Apex Legends franchise. Establish and maintain clear artistic pillars that guide characters, environments, cosmetics, cinematics, and brand expression.

Why It Might Be a Fit

10+ years of experience in game development or interactive entertainment. Proven experience as an Art Director (or equivalent senior creative role) on a high-profile AAA title or live service franchise.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in game development or interactive entertainment
• Proven experience as an Art Director (or equivalent senior creative role) on a high-profile AAA title or live service franchise
• Demonstrated success in defining or evolving a strong visual IP
• Experience leading large, multidisciplinary teams
• Strong understanding of game development pipelines and production realities
• Exceptional visual literacy across character design, environments, UI, branding, and cinematics
• Strong world-building instincts and the ability to define cohesive artistic systems
• Strategic thinker capable of balancing creative ambition with business goals
• Skilled communicator who can articulate vision clearly and persuasively

Benefits

• Paid time off (3 weeks per year to start)
• 80 hours per year of sick time
• 16 paid company holidays per year
• 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Bonus and equity