Remote Lead Generative AI Artist & Creative Technologist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Home office stipend

Access to AI tools & compute resources

Opportunity for research publications

Collaborative distributed team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Lead Generative AI Artist & Creative Technologist to drive AI-powered art projects from a distributed team across South Africa. You will define artistic direction, architect AI-driven pipelines, and push creative boundaries with cutting-edge models.

The role demands a visionary artist with a strong technical foundation, excellent communication, and self-management in a fully remote setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in digital art or creative technology, with at least 3 years focusing on AI-driven art or creative applications.
• Proven experience with generative AI models (e.g., Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, DALL-E, GPT variants).
• Strong programming skills (Python) and experience with AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Proficiency in digital art tools and workflows.
• A strong portfolio showcasing AI-generated art, creative coding projects, or innovative use of AI in art.
• Excellent understanding of artistic principles, color theory, and narrative.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a highly experimental mindset.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects in a remote setting.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills for a distributed team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the artistic direction and technical implementation of generative AI projects for creative applications.
• Experiment with and adapt various AI models for image, text, and other media generation.
• Develop creative workflows and tools integrating AI models into artistic pipelines.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to refine AI models and explore new capabilities.
• Conceptualize and execute novel AI-driven artistic projects.
• Stay at the cutting edge of AI research and creative technology trends.
• Present findings and prototypes to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior artists and technologists in applying generative AI.
• Ensure ethical considerations and responsible AI use in creative work.

Skills

Generative AI

Remote collaboration

Project management

Artistic vision

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering research and development lab pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence in creative applications, is seeking a Remote Lead Generative AI Artist & Creative Technologist. This position is fully remote, allowing you to collaborate from anywhere in South Africa. You will be at the forefront of exploring and implementing cutting-edge AI models for art generation, interactive installations, and novel creative outputs. This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of AI-driven art and design, working with a team of world-class researchers and developers. The ideal candidate is a visionary artist with a strong technical foundation, deeply passionate about the intersection of AI, creativity, and technology. As a remote-first role, excellent communication, self-management, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this collaborative, distributed environment. You will be instrumental in defining new artistic paradigms powered by AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the artistic direction and technical implementation of generative AI projects for creative applications.
• Experiment with and adapt various AI models (e.g., GANs, Diffusion Models, LLMs) for image, text, and potentially other media generation.
• Develop creative workflows and tools that integrate AI models into artistic pipelines.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to refine AI models and explore new capabilities.
• Conceptualize and execute novel artistic projects that leverage generative AI techniques.
• Stay at the cutting edge of AI research, new generative models, and creative technology trends.
• Present findings, prototypes, and artistic outcomes to internal teams and potentially external stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior artists and technologists in the application of generative AI.
• Ensure ethical considerations and responsible use of AI in creative work are paramount.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in digital art, creative technology, or a related field, with at least 3 years focusing on AI-driven art or creative applications.
• Proven experience working with generative AI models (e.g., Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, DALL-E, GPT variants).
• Strong programming skills (e.g., Python) and experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in digital art tools and workflows.
• A strong portfolio showcasing AI-generated art, creative coding projects, or innovative use of AI in art.
• Excellent understanding of artistic principles, composition, color theory, and narrative.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a highly experimental mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills for a distributed team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.
• Stipend for home office setup and ongoing internet expenses.
• Access to significant computational resources and cutting-edge AI tools.
• Opportunities for advanced research and publication in AI and art.
• Be part of a visionary team shaping the future of creative AI.
• Work on groundbreaking projects with significant artistic and technological impact.