Assistant Manager - Art

CoWrks; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to have artworks translated into merchandise

Travel opportunities

Creative ownership and visibility

Diverse themes and styles

Job summary

A dynamic design firm in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Illustrator / Design Manager to create original artworks for office designs across India. The role involves overseeing the artistic process from conception to installation, collaborating with teams and vendors. Ideal candidates have 5-8 years experience and a strong portfolio showcasing various design mediums. You'll enjoy opportunities for creative ownership and traveling for projects across different cities, making an impact in immersive environments.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in a related role.
• Demonstrable portfolio of illustrations and artworks.
• Proficient in various traditional and digital mediums.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Art Intent / Direction for office spaces.
• Generate concepts and present detailed decks.
• Manage end-to-end execution of artworks.

Skills

Illustration skills

Graphic design expertise

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Design, Visual Arts, or relevant qualification

Tools

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Procreate

Sketchbook Pro

Job description

Senior Illustrator / Design Manager

We are looking for a highly talented Senior Illustrator / Design Manager to join our in‑house Art Team and create original, impactful artworks for both print and digital applications within office design projects across India. In this role, you will own the artistic journey end‑to‑end, right from conceptualisation to final execution. You will collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external vendors to develop creative directions, produce artworks, and ensure high‑quality installations that elevate the spatial experience of our centres.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who truly *lives and breathes art*, and wants to see their ideas come to life at scale in immersive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare Art Intent / Direction for office spaces based on selected themes
• Generate concepts and present detailed concept decks to internal stakeholders and clients
• Combine hand‑drawing and painting with digital media to create complete illustrations and original artworks
• Create artworks across a variety of mediums: hand‑done and digital
• Participate in design briefs with clients and internal stakeholders to identify their needs
• Define time and budget limitations for artworks and installations
• Manage end‑to‑end execution, from concept development to final installation
• Coordinate with vendors, fabricators, and production partners for artwork development
• Work with 3D materials, installations, and spatial art requirements
• Stay up‑to‑date with new design techniques, materials, and software

Essential Skills

• Proven work experience as an Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Design Manager, or similar role
• Demonstrable portfolio of completed illustrations and hand‑drawn or painted works
• Ability to create in mediums such as oil, acrylic, watercolor, pencil colors, charcoal, etc. (preferred)
• Solid knowledge of image editing and digital sketching software (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Procreate, Sketchbook Pro)
• Strong drawing skills with exceptional attention to detail (both hand and digital)
• Knowledge of materials, print techniques, 3D materials, and fabrication methods for developing art and artefacts
• Understanding of spatial design and 3D art installations
• Strong aesthetic and conceptual thinking abilities

Key Performance Indicators

• Quality and color standards maintained in printed, painted, and installed artworks
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to collaborate, manage timelines, and meet deadlines

Perks

• Opportunity to have your artworks translated into merchandise
• Travel opportunities for projects across different cities
• Creative ownership and visibility, see your work installed at scale in premium environments
• Work with diverse themes, styles, materials, and fabrication techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: 5–8 years
• Degree in Design, Visual Arts, or relevant qualification
• Knowledge of 3D software would be an added advantage

Come join our high‑energy environment of camaraderie, excitement and optimism that is going to shape the future of work.