83 Art And Animation jobs in the United Kingdom
Creative Director - Digital Art & Animation
Posted 7 days ago
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Creative Director - Digital Art & Animation
Posted 11 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Define and maintain the artistic vision and aesthetic for all creative projects, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a globally distributed team of artists, animators, and designers, fostering a collaborative and productive remote environment.
- Develop creative briefs and project roadmaps, translating client needs and project goals into actionable artistic plans.
- Oversee the entire creative process from concept development and storyboarding to final asset delivery.
- Collaborate closely with project managers, producers, and other stakeholders to ensure creative objectives are met within budget and timeline constraints.
- Provide constructive feedback and art direction to team members, driving artistic excellence and innovation.
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in digital art, animation, and visual effects.
- Present creative concepts and final deliverables to clients and stakeholders with confidence and clarity.
- Champion a culture of creativity, experimentation, and continuous learning within the art department.
- Extensive experience in a creative leadership role within digital art, animation, game development, or a related entertainment field.
- A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional artistic talent, a keen eye for composition, colour theory, and visual storytelling.
- Proven ability to manage and motivate remote creative teams effectively.
- Expertise in industry-standard creative software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Maya, Blender, Unity/Unreal Engine).
- Excellent understanding of animation pipelines, character design, environmental art, and visual effects.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate creative vision.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
- Experience in client-facing roles and managing stakeholder expectations.
- A passion for pushing creative boundaries and a commitment to artistic integrity.
Creative Director (Digital Art & Animation)
Posted 13 days ago
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Creative Director - Digital Art & Animation
Posted 16 days ago
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As the Creative Director, you will be the ultimate guardian of the studio's artistic integrity and creative quality. You will conceptualise, develop, and oversee the execution of creative strategies for digital art and animation projects, ensuring they are groundbreaking, engaging, and aligned with client objectives. You will lead, mentor, and inspire a team of highly skilled artists, animators, and designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence. Your responsibilities will span from initial concept development and storyboarding to final artistic polish, ensuring a cohesive and compelling visual narrative.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the creative vision and artistic direction for all digital art and animation projects.
- Conceptualising and developing innovative ideas for visual styles, storytelling, and interactive experiences.
- Mentoring, guiding, and inspiring a diverse team of artists, animators, and designers.
- Overseeing the execution of creative assets, ensuring the highest standards of quality and artistic integrity.
- Collaborating closely with clients to understand their vision and translate it into stunning creative solutions.
- Developing and managing creative project timelines and budgets.
- Staying abreast of emerging trends in digital art, animation, VFX, and interactive media.
- Presenting creative concepts and project progress to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages experimentation and innovation.
- Ensuring the seamless integration of artistic elements with technical requirements.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional work in digital art direction and animation leadership. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Digital Media, Animation, or a related creative field is preferred. Significant experience in a senior creative role within the animation, gaming, or digital media industries is essential. Proven ability to lead and manage creative teams, deliver projects on time and within budget, and communicate effectively with clients is required. Expertise in various animation software and creative tools, coupled with a deep understanding of art principles, storytelling, and visual design, is paramount. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are crucial for this remote leadership position.
Senior Creative Director - Digital Art & Animation
Posted 9 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Define and champion the artistic vision and creative direction for digital art and animation projects.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of artists, animators, and designers.
- Oversee the entire creative process from concept development to final delivery.
- Collaborate with producers, directors, and clients to understand project requirements and objectives.
- Develop storyboards, style guides, and mood boards to communicate creative concepts effectively.
- Ensure consistency in visual style, quality, and brand messaging across all creative assets.
- Manage creative timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Conduct creative reviews and provide constructive feedback to the team.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in digital art and animation.
- Troubleshoot creative challenges and propose innovative solutions.
- Contribute to the development of new business opportunities and pitches.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Animation, Digital Media, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in a creative role within the digital art and animation industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership or directorial position.
- Proven portfolio showcasing exceptional artistic talent and a track record of successfully leading high-impact creative projects.
- Extensive knowledge of 2D and 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, Cinema 4D, Adobe Creative Suite).
- Strong understanding of visual effects (VFX), motion graphics, and character design principles.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to provide clear, constructive feedback and foster a positive team environment.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- A keen eye for detail, composition, color theory, and storytelling.
- Experience in client-facing roles and presenting creative concepts.
Senior Digital Art Director - Animation (Remote)
Posted 6 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Define and maintain the overall artistic style, look, and feel for animated projects, ensuring visual consistency and creative excellence.
- Lead and inspire a remote team of concept artists, 3D modelers, texture artists, and animators, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
- Collaborate closely with directors, producers, and writers to translate scripts and storyboards into compelling visual designs.
- Develop mood boards, style guides, character designs, environment concepts, and other visual assets.
- Oversee the creation of 3D assets, ensuring they meet artistic and technical requirements.
- Review and approve art assets, ensuring they align with the project's artistic goals and brand identity.
- Stay current with industry trends, tools, and techniques in digital art, animation, and visual effects.
- Manage art department schedules and resources effectively within a remote work environment.
- Champion a positive and collaborative creative culture within the dispersed art team.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience (7+ years) in digital art and animation, with a significant portion in a leadership or art direction role.
- Proven ability to create stunning visual concepts and direct a team to execute them.
- Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional artistic talent in character design, environment design, and overall visual storytelling for animation.
- Proficiency in industry-standard 3D software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max) and 2D art tools (e.g., Photoshop, Procreate).
- Deep understanding of animation pipelines, principles of animation, lighting, composition, and colour theory.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a remote creative team.
- Strong understanding of narrative and storytelling principles.
- Experience with game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) is a plus.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative leader to make a significant impact on exciting animated productions, contributing their unique artistic vision from a remote setting. The role is conceptually linked to Edinburgh, Scotland, UK , but is fully remote.
Creative Arts Curator
Posted 4 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Developing and curating engaging and thought-provoking art exhibitions from concept to completion.
- Conducting research into artists, art movements, and historical contexts relevant to the collection and exhibition program.
- Writing exhibition texts, catalogue essays, and interpretive materials for public engagement.
- Liaising with artists, galleries, lenders, and registrars for exhibition loans and artwork management.
- Contributing to the acquisition strategy and evaluating potential acquisitions for the permanent collection.
- Overseeing the care, conservation, and documentation of the art collection.
- Developing and delivering public programs, including artist talks, lectures, and educational workshops.
- Building relationships with patrons, donors, and stakeholders within the arts community.
- Collaborating with marketing and communications teams to promote exhibitions and events.
- Staying abreast of current trends and developments in contemporary and historical art.
- Master's degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3 years of demonstrable experience in curatorial practice, exhibition development, or collection management.
- Strong knowledge of art history, critical theory, and contemporary art practices.
- Excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills.
- Experience in developing and managing exhibition budgets.
- Proficiency in collections management software and databases.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling through art.
- Ability to travel for research, exhibitions, and professional development as required.
- A strong network within the arts community is an advantage.
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Creative Arts Director
Posted 6 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a compelling artistic strategy aligned with the organization's mission and values.
- Curate and oversee the programming of exhibitions, performances, workshops, and other artistic events.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of artists, curators, and production staff.
- Manage artistic budgets effectively, ensuring financial sustainability and resource optimization.
- Cultivate strong relationships with artists, cultural institutions, funders, and the wider community.
- Oversee the development and execution of marketing and communication strategies to promote artistic offerings.
- Identify and pursue new opportunities for artistic collaborations and partnerships.
- Champion diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within all artistic initiatives.
- Ensure the highest standards of artistic quality and professional practice are maintained.
- Contribute to fundraising efforts and grant applications, articulating the artistic vision and impact.
- Stay abreast of contemporary art trends, critical discourse, and best practices in arts management.
- Represent the organization at relevant industry events and forums.
Qualifications and Skills:
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related creative discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in arts management, curation, or artistic direction.
- Demonstrated success in leading creative teams and managing complex artistic projects.
- Exceptional understanding of contemporary art practices and the cultural landscape.
- Proven ability to develop and implement innovative artistic programming.
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets for arts organizations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in fundraising, sponsorship, and grant writing.
- A strategic thinker with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
- Passion for fostering artistic talent and engaging diverse audiences.
- Ability to work collaboratively and build consensus.
- A deep commitment to promoting arts and culture in **Cardiff, Wales, UK** and beyond.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to make a significant impact on the cultural fabric of Wales. If you possess the vision, experience, and dedication to elevate artistic excellence, we invite you to apply.
Creative Arts Director - Remote
Posted 19 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Define and direct the overall artistic vision and aesthetic for projects.
- Lead and mentor a remote team of creative professionals, including designers and illustrators.
- Develop creative concepts, mood boards, storyboards, and style guides.
- Oversee the execution of visual assets across digital platforms, marketing materials, and products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure creative alignment with brand and project objectives.
- Present creative concepts and final designs to stakeholders.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in art and design.
- Manage creative workflows and ensure timely delivery of high-quality visual content.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative remote creative environment.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
- Extensive (8+ years) experience in a creative leadership role, with a strong portfolio demonstrating artistic vision and execution.
- Proven experience in directing visual design for digital media, marketing, and/or product development.
- Proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
- Strong understanding of visual principles, typography, color theory, and composition.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to inspire and manage a remote creative team effectively.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Remote Lead Creative Arts Director
Posted 13 days ago
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Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the creative vision and artistic direction for all arts and entertainment projects.
- Developing and managing creative strategies, including conceptualization, storytelling, and aesthetic development.
- Collaborating with content creators, designers, writers, and other artists to bring creative visions to life.
- Guiding and mentoring creative teams, fostering an environment of innovation and artistic excellence.
- Ensuring all creative output adheres to brand guidelines, quality standards, and project objectives.
- Managing creative budgets and resources effectively, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
- Staying abreast of current trends in arts, culture, and entertainment, identifying opportunities for innovation.
- Conducting art direction for visual assets, performances, and digital media.
- Providing feedback and constructive criticism to creative teams to elevate the quality of work.
- Presenting creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders and senior management.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Fine Arts, Creative Arts, Film, Theatre, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Extensive experience in a senior creative leadership role within the arts or entertainment industry is essential. A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional creative talent, artistic vision, and successful project delivery is required. Proficiency in various artistic disciplines and a deep understanding of storytelling and visual communication are crucial. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are paramount for managing remote creative teams. Experience with digital platforms and interactive media is highly desirable. You should be passionate about pushing creative boundaries and inspiring others to achieve artistic excellence. This is a unique opportunity to shape the creative output of a dynamic organization from a remote location.