Senior CG Artist - London

Stash Media Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

On-site studio near King's Cross

Progression opportunities

Job summary

INK is seeking a Senior CG Artist to join our CGI Department in London. This senior role owns CG delivery from brief to final output, sets a premium visual standard, and mentors the team.

You will collaborate with Creative Directors and the studio to balance artistic ambition with production realities, leading high-end texturing, lighting, and look development for photoreal visuals. This on-site position is based near King's Cross.

Qualifications

• Standout portfolio showcasing premium, photorealistic CG work.
• Strong balance of artistic vision and production feasibility.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end CG delivery, from brief through to final output.
• Define and maintain a premium, consistent visual standard across projects.
• Translate briefs into photoreal visuals with cinematic impact.
• Balance quality, deadlines, and production constraints.
• Review team output and provide actionable feedback.
• Lead texturing, lighting, look development, animation and composition.
• Build and manage large-scale environments and heavy scenes.
• Produce high-end stills and animation aligned with brand direction.
• Troubleshoot technical and visual challenges without compromising quality.
• Mentor middleweight and junior artists and share workflows.
• Collaborate with Art Directors, Designers, and Producers on direction.
• Present work and decisions confidently to clients.

Skills

CG delivery ownership

Leadership

Mentorship

Collaboration with art directors

Tools

Blender

Cinema 4D

3ds Max

Maya

Job description

Key Responsibilities

INK

Posted October 17 / London / Full time / On Site

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We're looking for a Senior CG Artist to join INK's CGI Department. This is a senior-level position with full ownership of CG delivery, from brief to final output.

Our preferred candidate will set the visual standard, ensure consistency across projects, and elevate the team's work through clear direction, feedback, and mentorship.

Close collaboration with Creative Directors and the wider studio is key, whilst balancing artistic ambition with technical feasibility and production realities. This is an on site role at our studio near King's Cross.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Leadership & Delivery

• Own end-to-end CG delivery, from brief through to final output.
• Define and maintain a premium, consistent visual standard across projects.
• Translate creative briefs into compelling, photorealistic visuals with strong narrative and cinematic impact.
• Balance quality, deadlines, and production constraints.
• Review team output and provide clear, actionable feedback.

3D Creation & Visualisation

• Lead texturing, lighting, look development, animation, and composition for complex scenes.
• Build, optimise, and manage large-scale environments and heavy scenes.
• Produce high-end stills and animation aligned with brand and art direction.
• Troubleshoot complex technical and visual challenges without compromising quality.

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Work closely with Art Directors, Designers, and Producers to shape creative direction.
• Confidently present work and creative decisions internally and to clients.
• Mentor middleweight and junior artists, sharing best practices and workflows.
• Help foster a culture of quality, curiosity, and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements

• Standout portfolio showcasing premium, photorealistic CG work (full scenes and product visuals).
• Strong creative sensibility combined with technical problem-solving skills.
• Interest in automotive, technology, or related fields.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Experience & Skills

• Extensive experience in high-end, photorealistic CG production.
• Strong proficiency in Blender or similar 3D software (Cinema 4D, 3ds Max, Maya, etc.).
• Excellent understanding of real-world photography, lighting, materials, and composition.
• Proven ability to lead projects and maintain quality under pressure.

Personal Attributes

• Exceptionally detail-oriented with uncompromising quality standards.
• Strong visual judgement and confident in decision-making.
• Calm, solutions-focused, and reliable in fast-paced environments.
• Passionate about CG and up-to-date current with industry developments.
• Collaborative, confident giving with feedback, and invested in team growth.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£45,000+ depending on experience).
• Work on diverse, high-end creative projects.
• Growth-oriented studio environment with opportunities for progression.
• Private healthcare.

Due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete a test day at the studio.