Senior Art Director — Corporate Video (Live Action)

BlockReel; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

BlockReel in Chicago, IL is seeking a Senior Art Director for a corporate video project. This hands-on role blends live-action with motion graphics and requires leading the art department to deliver a sleek, aspirational look.

You will translate boards into tangible set elements, supervise prop dressing, and collaborate closely with the DP and director to maintain visual consistency throughout prep and a two-day shoot in late 2026.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of art direction experience in corporate, commercial, or narrative projects.
• Strong portfolio or reel showcasing design capabilities.
• Deep understanding of practical set builds and on-set art execution; experience sourcing materials efficiently is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate storyboards and briefs into tangible set elements.
• Oversee prop selection and dressing.
• Collaborate with DP and director to ensure visual consistency.
• Hands-on leadership within the art department.

Skills

Art direction

Leadership

Set design

Visual storytelling

Portfolio

Job description

BlockReel in Chicago, IL is seeking a Senior Art Director for a corporate video project. This hands-on role blends live-action with motion graphics and requires leading the art department to deliver a sleek, aspirational look.

You will translate boards into tangible set elements, supervise prop dressing, and collaborate closely with the DP and director to maintain visual consistency throughout prep and a two-day shoot in late 2026.