12 Fashion Illustrator jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client is looking for a talented and experienced Senior Freelance Artist to contribute to exciting projects within the arts and entertainment sector. This role is based in Liverpool, Merseyside, UK , offering a hybrid work arrangement that combines collaborative studio time with the flexibility of remote work. You will be responsible for creating high-quality digital illustrations and concept art, translating creative briefs into compelling visual narratives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong artistic foundation, exceptional technical skills in relevant software, and a portfolio that showcases versatility and creativity.

Responsibilities:

• Develop stunning digital illustrations and concept art for various projects, including but not limited to character design, environment art, and promotional materials.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, creative teams, and clients to understand project requirements and visual objectives.
• Translate written descriptions and verbal briefs into visually compelling sketches, designs, and final artworks.
• Maintain artistic consistency and quality throughout all project deliverables.
• Experiment with different artistic styles and techniques to meet diverse project needs.
• Provide creative input and suggestions to enhance the overall visual direction of projects.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively, communicating progress regularly.
• Adapt to feedback and revisions from stakeholders efficiently.
• Utilize industry-standard art software such as Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, Clip Studio Paint, and 3D modeling software if applicable.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment, whether working on-site or remotely.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in digital illustration, concept art, and character design.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience as a freelance or in-house artist in the creative industries.
• Proficiency in industry-standard digital art software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Illustrator; Procreate).
• A keen eye for composition, color theory, anatomy, perspective, and storytelling through visuals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate artistic concepts clearly.
• Self-motivated and disciplined, with the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience working on projects within the gaming, animation, publishing, or advertising industries is highly desirable.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled artist to engage in diverse and exciting creative projects in Liverpool, Merseyside, UK . If you are a passionate visual storyteller seeking a challenging and rewarding freelance role, we encourage you to apply.

A luxury beauty brand is looking for an experienced Head of Design and Creative to be based in London. The Role As Head of Design & Creative, you’ll lead a talented in-house studio, blending visionary art direction with efficient project management. From packaging to digital, retail to campaigns, you’ll oversee the entire creative output – ensuring it’s not only on brand, but inspiring and effective. Key responsibilities include: Managing the full creative pipeline to deliver projects on time and to brief Leading weekly production meetings and overseeing traffic across design, copy and content Collaborating with internal teams to develop briefs and asset plans Directing seasonal campaign photoshoots and ensuring consistency across all visual assets Approving final designs and maintaining a high bar for brand quality Leading and mentoring a studio team of designers, artworkers, and freelancers Partnering with external creatives, agencies and production teams Owning and evolving brand guidelines across all touchpoints Creating effective launch toolkits and on-brand copy Ensuring cohesive storytelling across packaging, digital, retail and social media Sound like you? You’re an experienced creative leader who thrives on balancing hands-on design work with operational oversight. You’ve worked in beauty, fashion or lifestyle, and know how to keep multiple projects flowing while pushing boundaries creatively. You bring: Proven experience managing a busy in-house studio A luxury or high-end brand background, ideally in beauty Strong Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and project management tool proficiency A flair for copywriting and a sharp eye for tone of voice Excellent stakeholder management and time prioritisation Passion for mentoring and building strong, collaborative teams A flexible, ‘make it happen’ mindset that embraces evolving priorities

A luxury beauty brand is looking for an experienced Head of Design and Creative to be based in London.

The Role

As Head of Design & Creative, you’ll lead a talented in-house studio, blending visionary art direction with efficient project management. From packaging to digital, retail to campaigns, you’ll oversee the entire creative output – ensuring it’s not only on brand, but inspiring and effective.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the full creative pipeline to deliver projects on time and to brief
• Leading weekly production meetings and overseeing traffic across design, copy and content
• Collaborating with internal teams to develop briefs and asset plans
• Directing seasonal campaign photoshoots and ensuring consistency across all visual assets
• Approving final designs and maintaining a high bar for brand quality
• Leading and mentoring a studio team of designers, artworkers, and freelancers
• Partnering with external creatives, agencies and production teams
• Owning and evolving brand guidelines across all touchpoints
• Creating effective launch toolkits and on-brand copy
• Ensuring cohesive storytelling across packaging, digital, retail and social media

Sound like you?

You’re an experienced creative leader who thrives on balancing hands-on design work with operational oversight. You’ve worked in beauty, fashion or lifestyle, and know how to keep multiple projects flowing while pushing boundaries creatively. You bring:

• Proven experience managing a busy in-house studio
• A luxury or high-end brand background, ideally in beauty
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and project management tool proficiency
• A flair for copywriting and a sharp eye for tone of voice
• Excellent stakeholder management and time prioritisation
• Passion for mentoring and building strong, collaborative teams
• A flexible, ‘make it happen’ mindset that embraces evolving priorities

A luxury beauty brand is looking for an experienced Head of Design and Creative to be based in London.

The Role

As Head of Design & Creative, you’ll lead a talented in-house studio, blending visionary art direction with efficient project management. From packaging to digital, retail to campaigns, you’ll oversee the entire creative output – ensuring it’s not only on brand, but inspiring and effective.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the full creative pipeline to deliver projects on time and to brief
• Leading weekly production meetings and overseeing traffic across design, copy and content
• Collaborating with internal teams to develop briefs and asset plans
• Directing seasonal campaign photoshoots and ensuring consistency across all visual assets
• Approving final designs and maintaining a high bar for brand quality
• Leading and mentoring a studio team of designers, artworkers, and freelancers
• Partnering with external creatives, agencies and production teams
• Owning and evolving brand guidelines across all touchpoints
• Creating effective launch toolkits and on-brand copy
• Ensuring cohesive storytelling across packaging, digital, retail and social media

Sound like you?

You’re an experienced creative leader who thrives on balancing hands-on design work with operational oversight. You’ve worked in beauty, fashion or lifestyle, and know how to keep multiple projects flowing while pushing boundaries creatively. You bring:

• Proven experience managing a busy in-house studio
• A luxury or high-end brand background, ideally in beauty
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and project management tool proficiency
• A flair for copywriting and a sharp eye for tone of voice
• Excellent stakeholder management and time prioritisation
• Passion for mentoring and building strong, collaborative teams
• A flexible, ‘make it happen’ mindset that embraces evolving priorities

Our client is seeking an inspiring and innovative Creative Lead specializing in UX/UI Design to join their forward-thinking team. This role offers a blend of remote and in-office work, providing flexibility while fostering essential team collaboration in our Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK hub. You will be instrumental in shaping the user experience and visual design of our digital products, ensuring they are intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically compelling.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design vision and strategy for user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) across all digital platforms.
• Mentor, guide, and inspire a team of talented UX/UI designers, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct user research, persona development, journey mapping, and usability testing to gather insights and inform design decisions.
• Translate complex user needs and business requirements into elegant, user-friendly interfaces and intuitive workflows.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, high-fidelity mockups, and design systems that effectively communicate design concepts.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure design feasibility and alignment with project goals.
• Champion design best practices and standards, ensuring consistency and quality across all touchpoints.
• Stay current with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and technologies, and integrate them into the team's workflow.
• Present design solutions and rationale to stakeholders, effectively communicating the value and impact of design initiatives.
• Manage design project timelines and resources, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality design assets.
• Contribute to the overall brand identity and visual language of the company.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in UX/UI design, with a significant portion in a leadership or senior role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in UX research, interaction design, and visual design for web and mobile applications.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, InVision).
• Demonstrated experience leading design teams and managing design projects from concept to completion.
• Excellent understanding of user-centered design principles, accessibility standards, and responsive design techniques.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with agile development methodologies is a plus.
• A passion for creating exceptional user experiences and a keen eye for detail.

This hybrid role is ideal for a visionary designer looking to make a substantial impact. Join our team in Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK .

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Lead Digital Artist specializing in concept art and illustration to join their vibrant creative studio. This role is integral to defining and executing the visual direction for our groundbreaking projects, translating abstract ideas into compelling imagery. You will be responsible for leading a team of artists, providing creative guidance, and ensuring the highest standards of artistic quality and consistency across all visual assets. The ideal candidate will possess an exceptional portfolio showcasing a strong understanding of form, composition, color theory, and storytelling through art. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, and 3D modeling tools (e.g., ZBrush, Blender) is essential. Responsibilities include developing detailed concept art, character designs, environment illustrations, and key art for marketing and promotional materials. You will collaborate closely with directors, writers, and game designers to ensure the artistic vision aligns with project goals. The ability to mentor and inspire junior artists, provide constructive feedback, and manage artistic workflows is crucial. This position requires a deep passion for visual storytelling and a keen eye for detail. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the aesthetic identity of our projects, contributing significantly to their immersive and engaging nature. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse and challenging creative endeavors within a supportive and collaborative studio environment. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of contributing creatively and leading by example.

Job Location: This position requires attendance at our studio located in Leicester, Leicestershire, UK .

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
This role supports our Universal Creative Team. At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our innovative attractions, immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.
Our team members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas, our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of what's possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together, we're creating a Universe of fun, always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Manager, Architecture & Engineering Design - Creative directs the management of the Architectural & Engineering Design and programming documentation effort within Creative Studio and projects. Responsible for the coordination of work of outside contract firms, project partners, stakeholders, and other in-house teams to ensure projects are consistent with and in support of the overall creative and facility plan vision. Serves as a department resource for Creative projects. Supports approved strategies into short-term and mid-term objectives and plans. Ensures team collaborates and prepares for project transition to the project development team.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (% of time)
+ Directs the coordination between the project design team and the (Facility) Architecture and Engineering vendors including the development of all preliminary facility program input and any other exhibits needed to convey design intent. Actively participate in the preparation of the design drawings and exhibits. Reviews the drawings and specifications to ensure that they meet the creative and design intent, satisfy the development criteria and are complete and accurate for transition to the project development team - 30%
+ Accountable for team's ability to identify, develop and define FOH and BOH Program requirements by ongoing interface with UPR Business teams, Operational teams and Creative Teams. Ensure program requirements are thoroughly addressed, vetted, incorporated and met within the project design efforts to ensure creative and technical delivery, operational functionality, thorough and quality design, and cost effectiveness - 20%
+ Supports the management of the Facility Architecture and Engineering scope of work / request for proposal documents, the selection and pre-qualification of potential Architecture and Engineering vendors, the response to questions / clarification during the proposal process, the analysis of the proposals and the development of the recommendation for the vendors. Reviews requests for additional services, preparation of directives, the negotiation of all changes and the incorporation of any agreed upon changes into the vendors agreement - 20%
+ Reviews weekly and monthly progress reports on the status of each project and other outside Architecture and Engineering design efforts. Directs efforts to address trends and changes - 20%
+ Actively contributes to best-in-class culture by embracing change, collaborating with others at various levels, learning from adversity and driving for solutions. Aligns to DE&I focus across corporate culture and business - 10%
+ Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
+ Oversees Exempt and Non-Exempt team members.
+ Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organisation's policies and applicable laws.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required.
+ Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
EDUCATION
+ Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management is required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
+ Professional license in architecture and/or engineering is preferred.
EXPERIENCE
+ Extensive experience in the management and development of Entertainment or Hospitality based projects such as Theme Parks, Hotels, Retail, Food/Beverage, and Entertainment venues; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge and experience of theme park projects including operations, maintenance, major ride/show systems, and construction is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
+ Must have strong communication and collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
This role supports our Universal Creative Team. At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our innovative attractions, immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.
Our team members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas, our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of what's possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together, we're creating a Universe of fun, always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.
JOB SUMMARY
Manage the planning and area development design for the resort roadways and back of house areas, focusing on site planning, placemaking, and soft/hard landscape design solutions.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (% of time)
+ Provides area development and landscape specific designs for resort-wide projects, collaborating with in-house teams and external consultants. Contributes to the layout of roadways, parking, hotels, back-of-house facilities, and other resort components. Develops and manages detailed design plans with consideration given to building massing, parking, water conveyance and retention, open spaces, access points, vehicular and pedestrian circulation, hardscape and landscape areas. Prepares plans and illustrations to convey the thematic environment and design intent - 30%
+ Assists the Planning & Area Development Design management team with a focus on landscape and hardscape design including plant selection that achieves thematic and operational goals - 20%
+ Analyses site constraints and proposes solutions related to placemaking, guest circulation, planting areas, landscape materials, hardscape, guest facing and service integration, and transportation/EVA requirements. Supports all phases of design (RIBA Phase 2-4), coordinating closely with design, operations, consultants, and project management to maintain design intent and budget alignment. Presents designs and interfaces with project teams at each design phase. Manages and supports the construction and installation of the design - 20%
+ Interfaces with outside vendors, as directed by management, to ensure alignment with project goals - 15%
+ Works within the team environment to help maintain common cost/schedule goals - 10%
+ Interfaces with Universal staff for on-going quality control - 5%
+ Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
+ Potential direct and indirect supervision of contractors and/or consultants depending on the project.
+ Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organisation's policies and applicable laws.
SCOPE
+ Participates in decisions of major nature. High degree of tact & diplomacy to obtain favorable results.
QUALIFICATIONS
+ Ability to read, analyse, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
+ Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
+ Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
+ Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
EDUCATION
+ Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, or equivalent required. Master's degree in Landscape Architecture preferred.
EXPERIENCE
+ Relevant landscape architecture and planning experience with a focus on theme park & resort development required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to

Job summary In coordination with the Director of Education or Program Leader (PL), the role is responsible for supporting the management and coordination of the assigned courses, ensuring compliance with academic standards and accreditation requirements. Additionally, the Course Leader will play a key role in the development and delivery of online and blended learning, incorporating innovative digital teaching strategies, enhancing student engagement, and ensuring accessibility and inclusivity in virtual learning environments. The role also involves contributing to the improvement of the students' learning experience and supporting the development of curriculum and academic projects in partnership with companies in the luxury sector. The Course Leader will be a key member of the teaching faculty, actively contributing to course delivery across multiple programmes. Key purpose of the role Courses Management Support – Supports the coordination and quality assurance of the courses -within the assigned teaching area: support in developing course content and material, ensuring that academic and scientific results meet required standards; . Supports the Director of Education or PL in the process of maintaining accreditation requirements and ensuring the delivery of high-quality educational outcomes set at company level. Actively participate in organizing and monitoring course assessments and student performance. Faculty Management Support – Supports the Director of Education or PL in the management of the faculty for the assigned teaching area. Actively collaborates in monitoring academic activities in terms of teaching quality standards and students’ experience . Supports the Director of Education or PL in the recruitment process for new academic staff, as well as providing feedback on teaching performance. Students' Tutoring & Supervision – Contributes in supporting students' academic success in the assigned courses by engaging in regular tutoring activities and academic supervision Ensures that students receive consistent support throughout their studies, including during thesis work and other key projects. Reviews student feedback collected thorough student voice to improve the learning experience and contribute to achieving student satisfaction goals which meet defined targets. Effectively utilise Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) to enhance student learning, foster collaboration, and provide timely feedback. Advocate for the integration of emerging digital learning technologies, including AI, adaptive learning, and immersive tools, to enrich the learning experience. Curriculum Development & Enhancement - Actively contributes to the development and enhancement of the curriculum, ensuring it meets both academic and industry standards. Supports course content revisions, including assessments, delivery methods, and learning outcomes. Works collaboratively with the Director of Education or PL to implement changes based on feedback from students and industry partners. Supports the integration of innovative teaching methods to maintain relevance within the luxury sector. Academic & Industry Projects – Supports the Director of Education or PL in the implementation of academic projects in partnership with the main industries in the luxury sector (e.g.,fashion, design, art). Participates in coordinating industry visits, exhibitions, and other events that connect academic learning with industry practice. R&D – CV Development – Takes responsibility for developing their own academic profile in line with the institution’s expectations. Actively participates in professional development activities and encourages continuous learning within the teaching team. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of trends and best practices in the relevant academic and industry sectors. Education and Competencies Minimum Master Degree Minimum 7 years of experience in the UK Higher Education sector in academic role Knowledge of the fashion design industry in a range of company context Excellent written and spoken English Leadership, effectiveness and responsiveness approach Excellent spoken and written communication, public speaking Organizational skills, flexibility and ability to manage unforeseen events IT knowledge: Adobe, Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point and Mac Desirable but not essential: Knowledge and experience with Digital Learning & Online Delivery Remuneration package 835 standard hours per year (18,75 hours per week) 15 days annual leave bank holidays Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme LinkedIn Learning The organisation provides equal employment opportunities regardless of ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, or medical history. As such, we operate a merit-based recruitment system.