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Netflix; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Job summary

Netflix in Frankfort, KY is seeking an experienced Art Director to lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary art team within our game development studio. You will drive visual strategy, oversee asset production and ensure a cohesive, high-quality aesthetic across projects.

The role requires 3+ years as lead artist or art director and 4+ years in game creation, with a strong foundation in concept art and design. Competitive hourly compensation and creative collaboration with engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to visually solve problems in collaboration with the wider game team.
• Solid foundation in concept art, traditional skills and graphic design principles.
• Adaptable to a wide variety of visual styles, both stylized and realistic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; comfortable presenting to all levels.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong desire to iterate and improve processes.
• Leadership fundamentals – clear and proactive communication, moderating meetings.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and guide multiple art disciplines across all stages of development.
• Provide art direction and give ongoing feedback to the artist team and external vendors.
• Supervise, train, advise and motivate artists.
• Conduct regular reviews and one-on-one meetings to help team members reach optimal performance.
• Collaborate with the studio Art Director to own and define project-specific visual aspects.
• Oversee art production to meet internal standards and raise asset quality.
• Contribute to pipeline development for projects with specific needs with engineering.

Skills

Visual problem solving

Concept art & design

Adaptable to visual styles

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Task management

Feedback ability

Mentoring & training

Job description

Company Name: Netflix

Job Title: Art Director

Location: Frankfort, USA

Hours: 8 Hours per day (10am – 5pm CST; Monday to Friday)

Salary: $22 per hour

Qualifications: Graduation

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and guide multiple art disciplines across all stages of development.
• Provide art direction and give ongoing feedback to the artist team and external vendors.
• Supervise, train, advise and motivate artists.
• Conduct regular reviews and one‑on‑one meetings to help team members reach optimal performance.
• Manage team performance, fostering autonomy, mastery and purpose.
• Create reference visual assets (concepts, models, overpaints) that establish visual direction and vision.
• Oversee art production, raising the visual quality of assets to meet and exceed internal standards.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry and market trends, make informed recommendations.
• Collaborate with the studio Art Director to own and define project‑specific visual aspects.
• Contribute to pipeline development for projects with specific creative and technical needs in partnership with engineering.
• Anticipate and identify problem areas, developing preventative solutions for the team.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to align schedules and plans with business and project needs.
• Liaise with senior management to ensure a healthy and strong team environment.
• Work closely with game design to ensure art enhances the player experience.
• Present designs to clients, partners or senior management for approval.
• Exemplify trustworthiness, accountability and professionalism in all work‑related interactions.
• Lead by example, fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, and sustainable work‑life balance.

Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to visually solve problems in collaboration with the wider game team.
• Solid foundation in concept art, traditional skills and graphic design principles – strong eye for light, value, composition, color and anatomy.
• Adaptable to a wide variety of visual styles, both stylized and realistic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; comfortable presenting to all levels of the company, stakeholders and publishers.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong desire to iterate and improve processes.
• Leadership fundamentals – clear and proactive communication, moderating meetings and overseeing large cross‑functional initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple competing tasks and stay self‑directed to meet deadlines in a fast‑changing environment with minimal oversight.
• Positive attitude with skill to give and receive objective and constructive feedback.
• Capable of training, managing, mitigating and prioritizing stressful situations for oneself and the team.

Education and Experience

• At least 4 years of video game creation experience.
• Minimum 3 years as a lead artist or art director.
• Experience working with an Art Director to develop a unique, cohesive visual style.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a complete list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.