Art Director

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work

Executive Benefits

Creative Autonomy

Professional Development

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking an experienced Art Director to lead the visual development of diverse projects. You will guide a team of artists, designers, and illustrators, ensuring cohesive and impactful visual communication across platforms.

The role requires strong leadership, a stellar portfolio, and a deep understanding of visual storytelling within the arts and entertainment industry. You will mentor the team and collaborate with directors, producers, and clients to achieve project

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Art Director or Senior Artist in arts/entertainment.
• Proven leadership and team management.
• Strong visual communication and concept development.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the overall artistic vision and aesthetic for projects.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of artists, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Collaborate closely with creative directors, producers, and clients to understand project goals and requirements.
• Oversee the creation of concept art, storyboards, character designs, and environmental art.
• Ensure consistency and quality across all visual elements, from initial concept to final delivery.
• Manage art department budgets and schedules, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Skills

Art Direction

Team Leadership

Visual Storytelling

Communication Skills

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Storyboard Tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Art Director to lead the visual development of their projects in Queenstown . This leadership role is crucial for setting and maintaining the aesthetic quality and artistic direction of our diverse creative outputs. You will guide a team of artists, designers, and illustrators, ensuring cohesive and impactful visual communication across all platforms. We are looking for a candidate with exceptional creative talent, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of visual storytelling within the arts and entertainment industry, who can inspire and mentor their team.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the overall artistic vision and aesthetic for projects.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of artists, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Collaborate closely with creative directors, producers, and clients to understand project goals and requirements.
• Oversee the creation of concept art, storyboards, character designs, and environmental art.
• Ensure consistency and quality across all visual elements, from initial concept to final delivery.
• Manage art department budgets and schedules, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as an Art Director or Senior Artist in the arts and entertainment industry, with a strong portfolio.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in various art and design software relevant to the industry.
• Excellent understanding of visual principles, including composition, color theory, and design.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits.
• Hybrid work arrangement supporting flexibility and collaboration in Queenstown .
• Significant creative autonomy and leadership opportunities.
• Opportunity to shape the visual direction of groundbreaking projects.
• A supportive environment that encourages professional development and artistic exploration.