FireDEV #50 - Lenni Olinsson: Path To Become Art Director @ Paradox Interactive (Crusader Kings III)
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Welcome to the 50th episode of FireDEV đĨ, the podcast where we spotlight the brightest minds in the tech and game development world đ! For this milestone episode, we're thrilled to have Lenni Olinsson đ¨, the Art Director at Paradox Interactive đšī¸, responsible for the visual genius behind Crusader Kings III đ°.
In This Episode, You Will Learn đ:
- How Lenni Olinsson made the leap from being an aspiring artist đ¨ to becoming the Art Director at Paradox Interactive đŽ, even without a traditional educational background đ.
- The challenges and rewards đ of leading a team of artists to develop visually captivating experiences đ.
- Lenni's unique approach to art design đ¨ and how it shapes the world of Crusader Kings III đēī¸.
- The importance of art and visuals đ in enhancing player experience and storytelling đ within video games.
- How the industry is shifting its perspective đ on the importance of a formal degree, and why skills and portfolio weigh more heavily than ever đŧ.
Lenni is a self-taught artist who has always had a passion for visual storytelling đ. Despite not having a formal education in art or game design đ, his undeniable talent and relentless dedication have led him to helm the art department at Paradox Interactive đšī¸, specifically for their hit title, Crusader Kings III đ°. With his unique aesthetic sense and meticulous eye for detail đī¸, Lenni has played a pivotal role in bringing the immersive worlds of Paradox games to life đ.
Whether you're an aspiring artist đ¨, a seasoned game developer đŽ, or just someone interested in the fascinating world behind game development đ, this episode is a goldmine of insights and inspiration â¨. Don't miss this chance to hear from one of the industry's best đ!
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Enjoy the episode and keep the fire alive in your development journey đĨ!