Senior Art Director – 3D Animation (Hybrid/Remote UK)

Festybay; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible & remote working

London studio space

Profit-sharing

Career development

Studio lunches

Job summary

Blue Zoo Animation Studio in London, UK, is seeking an experienced Art Director to lead the art department and translate the Director’s vision into clear design requirements. You will oversee designers, asset artists, lighting and compositing teams, and collaborate with cross-functional leads to deliver high-quality visuals.

The role requires senior/leadership experience, strong artistic judgement, and the ability to mentor artists while meeting production budgets and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Excellent artistic judgement and strong design abilities.
• Proven experience in Art Director or senior design leadership within animation.
• Strong understanding of visual storytelling, character and environment design.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the visual direction of the animation project.
• Lead and manage the art department including designers and asset artists.
• Review artwork and provide constructive feedback to ensure quality and consistency.

Skills

Art Direction

Leadership

Visual storytelling

Team management

Tools

Wacom Cintiq

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Blue Zoo Animation Studio in London, UK, is seeking an experienced Art Director to lead the art department and translate the Director’s vision into clear design requirements. You will oversee designers, asset artists, lighting and compositing teams, and collaborate with cross-functional leads to deliver high-quality visuals.

The role requires senior/leadership experience, strong artistic judgement, and the ability to mentor artists while meeting production budgets and deadlines.