Art Director

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 130,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Executive salary package

Creative growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom seeks an experienced Art Director to lead the artistic vision and execution for upcoming projects. You will guide the art team, set the visual identity, and ensure high-quality, coherent visuals across assets.

You will collaborate with producers and directors, establish style guides, mentor artists, and optimize pipelines to deliver compelling visuals on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of art creation and leadership in Arts & Entertainment.
• Strong understanding of composition, color theory, lighting, and form.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with industry-standard art software and familiarity with game engines or animation software.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the overall artistic vision and style guide for projects.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of artists, including concept artists, modelers, texture artists, and animators.
• Oversee the creation of all visual assets, ensuring adherence to the established art direction and quality standards.
• Collaborate with producers, directors, and stakeholders to align visual goals with project objectives.
• Develop and maintain the art pipeline, tools, and workflows to optimize efficiency and quality.

Skills

Art direction

Leadership

Team management

Communications

Art software proficiency

Game engines

Tools

Industry-standard art software

Game engines / animation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and experienced Art Director to lead the artistic vision and execution for their upcoming projects in Welkom . This critical role within the Arts & Entertainment industry involves defining the visual style, guiding the art team, and ensuring the aesthetic coherence and quality across all visual elements. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a unique and compelling visual identity that resonates with target audiences and elevates the overall production value. This is a leadership opportunity to shape the visual destiny of impactful creative works.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the overall artistic vision and style guide for projects.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of artists, including concept artists, modelers, texture artists, and animators.
• Oversee the creation of all visual assets, ensuring adherence to the established art direction and quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with producers, directors, and other stakeholders to align visual goals with project objectives.
• Develop and maintain the art pipeline, tools, and workflows to optimize efficiency and quality.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in art creation and leadership within the Arts & Entertainment sector, with a proven track record of successfully directing visual projects.
• Exceptional understanding of art principles, including composition, color theory, lighting, and form.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire creative teams in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong proficiency with industry-standard art software and familiarity with various game engines or animation software.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex visual concepts effectively in Welkom .

Benefits

• A highly competitive executive salary package.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous relocation assistance if required.
• Significant opportunities for creative influence and professional growth.
• A dynamic and inspiring work environment that values artistic excellence.