Company Overview:
Stemuli is a pioneering technology company at the intersection of AI, workforce development, and gaming. Our mission is to make education and workforce development personalized and accessible to billions of people while helping them navigate intellectually and economically fulfilling careers.

We’re committed to transforming the current workforce system to address critical gaps and help people out of poverty. Our unique strategy positions us to drive impact across a person’s lifetime, starting in middle school and staying with them through career success.

Stemuli has been recognized by Forbes and the United Nations for utilizing AI for Good. We’re backed by prominent venture capitalists such as Draper & Associates, Slauson & Co, and Valor Ventures, and we’re providing tools that make lifelong learning accessible, enjoyable, and impactful.

Position Overview:
As the Art Director at Stemuli, you will lead a multi-disciplinary art team for our educational MMO game. In this role, you will be tasked with executing the artistic vision of the game with style and world guides while having responsibility for a predictable and efficient production pipeline. As art discipline leader, you will partner with senior stakeholders across the studio including development, creative, and business teams. Your artistic vision will create an immersive world for students to learn and enjoy.

Location:
We would like you to work hybrid with our leadership in Dallas, Texas, but we will accept candidates working remotely throughout the US.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the artistic vision of the game through style and world guides in support of the production team while partnering with the Creative Director to support and enhance the creative direction of the game.
• Management and mentorship of a multi-discipline art team.
• Ensure a production pipeline for all art deliverables (3D Models/Materials, 2D Art, Animation, Concept Art, etc).
• Align and support art goals with the product and design goals to ensure art assets deliver on core product and creative pillars.
• Lead art deliverables related to business development and sales/marketing

What We’re Searching For:

• 5+ years of experience as an Art Director in a games (or similar) environment leading a multi-disciplinary art team (3D, 2D, Animation, UI/UX).
• Experience working on Desktop (PC/Mac) and mobile platforms working with game engines (Unity preferred).
• Experience overseeing the creation of open-world environments, like MMO games for example, including related asset creation and associated production issues.
• Experience crafting a cohesive style for 3D and 2D, and ensuring the quality/vision are consistently implemented over the project lifecycle.
• Excellent production and organizational skills while managing staff in an agile/iterative development process.
• A committed problem solver, able to align current business objectives around art/production with a strategy for the future.
• Experience working on products targeting varying age groups and demographics (educational games experience a plus).
• A mission-focused individual who is committed to making education more personalized, engaging, and accessible.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to make a global impact on education and workforce development
• Experience in a rapidly growing, well-funded edtech startup
• Chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in AI, mobile, and web development
• Fully remote work environment (US-based)
• Competitive salary range of $150,000 - $190,000* annually
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional growth and development opportunities

If you don’t meet every qualification but are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. Passion for our mission and your unique skills and experiences can make you a great fit for our team. Stemuli is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

* Exact range dependent on location and experience.