Remote DMP & Concept Artist - Freelance

Blackkitestudios; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Kite is an independent creative studio delivering world-class visual effects and design. We are expanding our freelance roster for Digital Matte Painters (DMP) who combine traditional concept art with modern GenAI tools.

We seek artists who can work remotely on short-turnaround commercial projects, hitting fast deadlines and integrating Photoshop with GenAI workflows. Hybrid DMP/Concept skills and pipeline knowledge are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Fast, creative Digital Matte Painter with strong Concept Art skills.
• Proven experience delivering high-end visuals under tight commercial deadlines.
• Hands-on experience using GenAI tools (ComfyUI, Figma Weave, Krea or similar).
• Understanding of VFX pipeline colourspace is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of 3D apps (Nuke, Houdini, Maya, Unreal Engine, etc.) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Work with our freelance roster on upcoming short-form commercial projects.
• Hit fast turnarounds and integrate traditional DMP/concept art with GenAI tools.
• Collaborate remotely on project-based freelance assignments.

Skills

Concept art

Fast turnaround

Collaborative mindset

Tools

Photoshop

GenAI tools

ComfyUI

Figma Weave

Krea

Nuke

Houdini

Maya

Unreal Engine

Job description

Black Kite is an independent creative studio delivering world-class visual effects and design. We are expanding our freelance roster for Digital Matte Painters (DMP) who combine traditional concept art with modern GenAI tools.

We seek artists who can work remotely on short-turnaround commercial projects, hitting fast deadlines and integrating Photoshop with GenAI workflows. Hybrid DMP/Concept skills and pipeline knowledge are highly valued.