Art Manager (Hands-On + External Production) UK Based

West Pier Studio; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative game studio in Brighton seeks an experienced Art Manager to lead the artistic vision and manage a growing team. In this role, you'll create stunning art, mentor team members, and collaborate across disciplines to ensure high-quality game experiences. The ideal candidate will have over three years in art management and a strong portfolio. This full-time position offers flexibility and creative freedom within a vibrant team environment.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid setup

Creative freedom

Innovation-focused environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a Senior Art Management role within gaming or interactive content.
• Portfolio showcasing creativity across styles and platforms.
• Experience in managing both internal teams and external artists.

Responsibilities

• Define the artistic style and oversee quality standards.
• Produce assets while directing a team and freelance artists.
• Mentor the internal art crew and grow the team.

Skills

Creative leadership

Strong communication

Collaboration

Artistic vision

Project management

Experience with external vendors

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

2D animation tools

3D design software

Job description

Art Manager (Hands-On + External Production) UK Based only

Overview

We’re looking for a creative powerhouse who can both set the vision and get their hands dirty making stunning art. As our Art Manager, you’ll shape the look and feel of our games, lead a small but growing team, and drive production through world-class external artists and studios. This is a chance to put your stamp on multiple projects, push visual quality to new heights, and grow with a studio that values bold ideas and polished execution.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the Look & Feel – Define the artistic style, set quality standards, and ensure everything we ship looks world-class.
• Hands-On Creation – From concept art to UI, characters, and animation you’ll produce assets yourself alongside directing others.
• Drive External Production – Source, brief, and manage freelance artists and outsource studios, keeping them aligned on quality, style, and deadlines.
• Mentor & Grow the Team – Inspire a small internal art crew today and help build and expand it tomorrow.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines – Work together with designers, developers, and producers to deliver cohesive, engaging game experiences.
• Push Innovation – Contribute fresh ideas, stay on top of art and gaming trends, and experiment with new tools and workflows.

What You Bring

• 3+ years in a Senior Art Management role within gaming, mobile, or interactive entertainment.
• A portfolio that shows range, creativity, and polish across styles and platforms.
• Experience working with both internal teams and external vendors.
• Proven ability to multi-task across projects without sacrificing quality.
• Strong communicator, motivator, and collaborator.
• At least one published title (casual, mobile, social, or similar).
• Genuine passion for games and visual storytelling.

Technical Skills

• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) and some understanding of 2D animation tools (e.g., Spine).
• Strong understanding of composition, layout, and colour.
• Ability to design clean, intuitive UI/UX for mobile and web.
• Knowledge of 2D/3D pipelines, asset optimization, and multi-platform production.
• AI-savvy mindset – ability and willingness to adopt AI as a companion tool to speed workflows, spark creativity, and support production.
• Bonus: experience with 3D tools and/or web-based game technologies.

Nice to Have

• Background or interest in iGaming / real-money gaming (slots, casino, instant win).
• Experience with 2D animation and/or 3D design software.

Why Join Us?

• Direct influence on the visual identity of multiple games.
• The chance to create AND lead—a rare hybrid role.
• Work with talented internal and external teams, scaling as the studio grows.
• Flexible hybrid setup with creative freedom and ownership.
• An environment that values innovation, bold ideas, and quality execution.

This is an opportunity to shape games that stand out, create amazing art yourself, and lead a growing team with global reach.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Computer Games

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