Art Director

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; CAD 170,000 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Bonus program

Hybrid schedule

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Art Director to lead the visual development of exciting new projects at our East London studio. This senior role sets the artistic vision, mentors a team of concept artists, 3D modelers, and animators, and ensures cohesive visuals from concept to completion.

You will collaborate with designers, producers, and engineers to integrate art across gameplay, review work, and uphold high standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in art creation for games or interactive media with leadership experience.
• Strong portfolio showing leadership in visual development.
• Deep understanding of color theory, composition, anatomy, and perspective.
• Experience managing artistic teams in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Define, communicate, and uphold the artistic vision and style guide for all projects.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of concept artists, 3D modelers, animators, and technical artists.
• Oversee the creation of all visual assets, ensuring high quality, consistency, and adherence to project goals.
• Collaborate with game designers, producers, and engineers to ensure artistic elements are integrated effectively.
• Review artwork, provide constructive feedback, and approve final assets.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Art Direction

Portfolio review

Color theory

Composition & perspective

Anatomy understanding

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and visionary Art Director to lead the visual development of their exciting new projects within their studio located in East London. This senior leadership role is responsible for establishing and maintaining the overall artistic vision and quality standards. You will guide and mentor a team of talented artists, ensuring the cohesive and compelling visual execution of projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate possesses a keen artistic eye, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to translate creative concepts into stunning visual realities within a collaborative studio culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, communicate, and uphold the artistic vision and style guide for all projects.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of concept artists, 3D modelers, animators, and technical artists.
• Oversee the creation of all visual assets, ensuring high quality, consistency, and adherence to project goals.
• Collaborate with game designers, producers, and engineers to ensure artistic elements are integrated effectively.
• Review artwork, provide constructive feedback, and approve final assets.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in art creation for games or interactive media, with at least 3 years in an Art Director or Lead Artist role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional artistic talent and leadership in visual development.
• Deep understanding of art principles, including color theory, composition, anatomy, and perspective.
• Proven ability to manage artistic teams and guide them towards a unified vision.
• Experience working in a hybrid work environment and fostering collaboration.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• A creative and dynamic studio environment in East London , focused on pushing artistic boundaries.