7 Art And Animation jobs in the United Kingdom

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Artists and Animators to create visually stunning games.
• Define and uphold art style, storytelling, and overall visual quality.
• Provide technical support to ensure artists follow established art workflow processes.
• Collaborate with the Head of Studio and Game Designers to align art with gameplay and creative vision.
• Estimate project art requirements, track progress, and ensure adherence to agreed schedules and budgets.
• Manage team recruitment, performance reviews, timekeeping, and disciplinary processes.
• Stay current with industry trends and styles to keep our games fresh and innovative.

• 3+ years of experience leading a team of Artists or as a Senior Artist in the iGaming industry, with a desire to step into a leadership role.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Salary of up to £65k and benefits package
• Hybrid work pattern (preferably 2-3 days in the Midlands based studio)
• 25 days of Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Quarterly and annual recognition scheme

• Lead and inspire a team of artists, animators, and designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Conceptualize and develop compelling visual styles and artistic directions for various media, including film, television, games, and interactive experiences.
• Oversee the entire art production pipeline, ensuring artistic integrity, quality, and consistency across all projects.
• Collaborate closely with directors, producers, writers, and other key stakeholders to translate creative vision into tangible artistic assets.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to the art team, nurturing their growth and technical skills.
• Manage art department budgets and resources effectively, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and techniques in digital art, animation, and visual effects.
• Present creative concepts and proposals to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain style guides and art bibles for projects.
• Ensure the technical feasibility and artistic excellence of all visual elements produced.
• Troubleshoot artistic and technical challenges encountered during the production process.
• Contribute to the recruitment and development of artistic talent.
• Uphold the company's reputation for artistic innovation and quality.

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in a senior art or creative leadership role within the digital art and animation industry.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional digital art, concept art, character design, and animation direction.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate creative teams.
• Deep understanding of 2D and 3D animation pipelines, VFX, and game art development.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, Substance Painter, Adobe Creative Suite, and ZBrush.
• Excellent understanding of color theory, composition, lighting, and visual storytelling.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Animation, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Define and maintain the overall artistic direction and visual style for all digital art and animation projects.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of artists, animators, and designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Oversee the conceptualization and development of character designs, environments, storyboards, and animatics.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to the creative team throughout the production pipeline.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, producers, and clients to ensure creative vision is understood and executed effectively.
• Develop and manage creative budgets and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within scope.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in digital art and animation.
• Present creative concepts and final deliverables to stakeholders, effectively articulating the artistic intent.
• Troubleshoot creative challenges and proactively seek solutions to enhance the quality of visual output.
• Contribute to the development of new pitches and proposals, bringing innovative ideas to the table.

• Proven experience as a Creative Director, Art Director, or similar leadership role in digital art and animation production.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional artistic talent, creative vision, and leadership in animation and digital art.
• Expertise in various 2D and 3D animation techniques and software (e.g., Maya, Blender, After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony).
• Deep understanding of visual storytelling, composition, color theory, and character design.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a creative team.
• Experience managing remote teams and using collaborative digital tools.
• Ability to provide effective critiques and feedback to artists at all levels.
• Strong project management skills with experience in budget and timeline management.
• A passion for pushing creative boundaries and delivering groundbreaking visual experiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Animation, Graphic Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Lead the conceptualization and development of artistic and animation styles for various digital projects, including games, films, marketing campaigns, and interactive experiences.
• Provide clear creative vision and direction to art and animation teams through mood boards, style guides, storyboards, and animatics.
• Oversee the execution of all visual elements, ensuring consistency in style, quality, and brand adherence throughout the production pipeline.
• Collaborate closely with producers, writers, and other stakeholders to translate project briefs into compelling visual narratives.
• Manage creative timelines and budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within scope.
• Conduct art reviews and provide constructive feedback to artists and animators to foster growth and excellence.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and techniques in digital art, animation, and visual effects.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a diverse team of creative professionals, fostering a collaborative and inspiring work environment.
• Present creative concepts and progress updates to clients and internal stakeholders with confidence and clarity.
• Troubleshoot creative challenges and find innovative solutions to enhance project outcomes.
• Ensure the final visual output is aesthetically pleasing, technically sound, and effectively communicates the intended message.
• Contribute to the company's creative culture and help define its artistic identity.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external art studios and freelance artists when necessary.
• Champion new creative approaches and technologies within the organization.

• Extensive experience in a creative leadership role, such as Art Director or Creative Director, with a strong portfolio showcasing digital art and animation work.
• Proven ability to direct and produce high-quality 2D and 3D animation, motion graphics, and digital art assets.
• In-depth knowledge of industry-standard creative software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Maya, Blender, Cinema 4D, Unreal Engine).
• Strong understanding of art fundamentals, including composition, color theory, anatomy, and perspective.
• Exceptional storytelling and visual communication skills.
• Experience managing creative teams and projects from conception to delivery.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate creative talent.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to artistic excellence.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote setting, collaborating seamlessly with distributed teams.
• Experience in conceptualizing and developing visual styles for various media.
• A passion for pushing creative boundaries and exploring new artistic frontiers.

AD Education UK is a growing network of leading creative education institutes in the UK. The group’s institutions are united around strong values and sharing a vision for creativity and innovation within creative media education. With over 40 years of pioneering and sector-leading experience, our graduates can be found throughout the music, film, games and wider creative media sectors, winning prestigious awards and employed within the highest echelons of their respective creative fields. Our market-leading portfolio of schools includes The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) and SAE Institute UK. 

Established in 1976, SAE spans the globe with over 50 campuses in 23 countries and delivers world-class education to over 12,000 students in state-of-the-art creative facilities. Our students come from diverse social, cultural, educational and artistic backgrounds, with different personalities and experiences. It is our goal to embrace those differences and to allow each and every student to develop their own individual style and apply it to the industry skills taught at SAE. Our ultimate goal is to prepare the students for a realistic work environment making the course, facilities, lecturers as well as the atmosphere as close to the industry working environment as possible.

Requirements

Salary: £26.10 to £40.74 depending on experience
Hours: Full time or Part Time
Contract Type: Hourly Paid

SAE London is seeking a Games Art & Animation Lecturer to collaborate on teaching in our Games Art & Animation program. This role involves preparing and delivering on-campus teaching including tutorials and workshops.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and facilitate learning through a variety of engaging methods of pedagogy.
• Enhance students’ learning experience and outcomes through focused talks, and delivery of lesson plans and course material as required.
• Providing timely and useful feedback to students to challenge their thinking and ensure understanding.
• Effective, consistent, and timely marking of assessments.
  

Essential Criteria:

• Possess outstanding communication, interpersonal skills, be highly organised and possess good time management skills.
• Demonstrated student service orientation.
• Full working rights for work in the UK. This role is fully based on campus.
• Experience in Game Art and Animation, using tools such as Maya, Substance, Photoshop, and ZBrush.
  

Desirable Criteria:

• Master’s degree in a related field, or Hons degree. In progress or complete and/or industry experience.
• Relevant industry experience in games production pipeline and relevant software, including use of Unreal Engine.
• Teaching experience, including the creation of session plans and preparation of materials.
• Specialisms including motion capture, cloth, particles design, and VFX, Nuke, Blender or other related software.
• Experience in project-based learning, using flipped teaching techniques and other contemporary forms of facilitating learning.
• Experience in using technology in learning, including virtual learning platforms.
• Ability to teach across other disciplines, including VFX, games, and content creation.
  

Like much of the creative sector, SAE celebrates diversity and values the power of individuality. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive, regardless of background or experience.

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our students, empowering them to unleash their creativity and achieve their full potential. However, we recognise that barriers still exist in access and success for underrepresented groups. To improve the diversity of our academic team and help close these gaps, we s trongly encourage applications from women, as well as individuals from global majority backgrounds and those with disabilities.

Your unique experiences and perspectives are not only welcomed but essential in shaping a more inclusive and representative creative industry.

For more information about the roles please contact Geoffrey Hill, Programme Leader Games & Web :

Don't miss this opportunity to inspire the next generation of creative talent! Due to the volume of the applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Please submit your interest by using the Apply button and uploading your latest CV and covering letter.

Note: ADE is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme with Royal London

AD Education UK is a growing network of leading creative education institutes in the UK. The group’s institutions are united around strong values and sharing a vision for creativity and innovation within creative media education. With over 40 years of pioneering and sector-leading experience, our graduates can be found throughout the music, film, games and wider creative media sectors, winning prestigious awards and employed within the highest echelons of their respective creative fields. Our market-leading portfolio of schools includes The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) and SAE Institute UK. 

Established in 1976, SAE spans the globe with over 50 campuses in 23 countries and delivers world-class education to over 12,000 students in state-of-the-art creative facilities. Our students come from diverse social, cultural, educational and artistic backgrounds, with different personalities and experiences. It is our goal to embrace those differences and to allow each and every student to develop their own individual style and apply it to the industry skills taught at SAE. Our ultimate goal is to prepare the students for a realistic work environment making the course, facilities, lecturers as well as the atmosphere as close to the industry working environment as possible.

Requirements

Location: Glasgow

Salary: Variable hourly rate, based on skills and experience.

Hours: Part time

Contract type: Hourly Paid

Closing Date: None

SAE’s Glasgow campus seeking to hire a Hourly Paid team member to support delivery on the BA/BSc Game Art & Animation program.

We are looking to build a candidate pool of industry practitioners and educators who can demonstrate current experience and a commitment to supporting the development of creative professionals.

Candidates should have excellent technical knowledge and an ability to engage and connect with students across all undergraduate levels. You will have a credible professional/industry profile, evidence of high-quality teaching practice, and experience in the delivery of further or higher education programmes. A degree in a relevant discipline is expected. Teaching and/or postgraduate qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Like much of the creative sector, SAE celebrates diversity and values the power of individuality. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive, regardless of background or experience.

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our students, empowering them to unleash their creativity and achieve their full potential. However, we recognise that barriers still exist in access and success for underrepresented groups. To improve the diversity of our academic team and help close these gaps, we s trongly encourage applications from women, as well as individuals from global majority backgrounds and those with disabilities.

Your unique experiences and perspectives are not only welcomed but essential in shaping a more inclusive and representative creative industry.

For more information about the roles please contact Geoffrey Hill, Programme Leader Games & Web :

Don't miss this opportunity to inspire the next generation of creative talent!

Due to the volume of the applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Please submit your interest by using the Apply button and uploading your latest CV and covering letter.

Note: ADE is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme with Royal London