Bruce Glidewell
About Bruce Glidewell
Bruce Glidewell is an Art Director at Vela Games in County Dublin, Ireland, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in the gaming industry, having held various roles including Character Concept Artist at Telltale Games and Lead Concept Artist at S2 Games.
Current Role at Vela Games
Bruce Glidewell has served as Art Director at Vela Games since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the artistic vision and direction of projects. He has contributed to the creation of marketing materials, splash art, and icon design for a new intellectual property (IP). His leadership ensures that the art team maintains a consistent artistic direction and quality throughout the development process.
Previous Experience in Game Development
Before joining Vela Games, Bruce Glidewell held various positions in the game development industry. He worked as a Character Concept Artist at Telltale Games from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, he was a Freelance Concept Artist at Blind Squirrel Games in 2010 and a Game Artist at WMS Gaming Inc. from 2004 to 2005. His extensive experience includes creating visual target paintings and character designs for new IPs.
Education and Qualifications
Bruce Glidewell earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Animation/Illustration from San Jose State University, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in artistic principles and techniques, which he applies in his professional work.
Art Direction and Mentorship
As Art Director, Bruce Glidewell plays a key role in mentoring and guiding the art team. He develops style guides and reference materials to assist both internal teams and outsourcing partners. His focus on maintaining the creative vision of the game supports the overall quality and consistency of the artistic output.
Freelance Work and Early Career
Bruce Glidewell began his career as a Freelance Illustrator/Artist at Lightsource Studios from 2002 to 2005. He also worked as a Lead Concept Artist at S2 Games for 11 years, from 2005 to 2016. His early career experiences helped shape his skills and approach to art direction in the gaming industry.