163 Gaming jobs in the United Kingdom

Freelance Associate Director - Gaming (2-3 Days/Week)
Location: Remote Or Hybrid
Contract Type: Freelance
Team: Gaming Division

Overview:
We're partnering with a leading digital agency renowned for its work with top-tier gaming companies. They're seeking a Freelance Associate Director to support their Gaming team on a part-time basis (2-3 days per week). This is a strategic and hands-on role for someone deeply embedded in the gaming industry, with experience across AAA titles and strong industry relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to Account Managers (AMs) and Account Executives (AEs) within the Gaming team.
• Act as a senior point of contact for gaming clients, ensuring high-quality delivery and alignment with client goals.
• Use your deep industry knowledge to shape campaign strategies and creative direction.
• Utilise existing relationships with specialist gaming sites to amplify campaign reach and effectiveness.
• Contribute to new business efforts and pitch development within the gaming vertical.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 3 AAA gaming projects worked on, with demonstrable impact.
• Strong network and contacts at specialist gaming media outlets and platforms.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide junior team members.
• Deep understanding of gaming culture, trends, and audience behaviours.
• Experience working within or alongside digital agencies is a plus.

Ideal Candidate:

• A strategic thinker with hands-on experience in gaming marketing or communications.
• Comfortable working in an Agile, cooperative environment.
• Able to make an impact from day one

We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

• Oversee and direct all aspects of sound design for multiple game projects, ensuring artistic vision and technical quality are met.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of sound designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Develop and implement innovative audio strategies, techniques, and workflows to enhance gameplay and narrative immersion.
• Create high-fidelity sound effects, ambient soundscapes, character vocalizations, and dynamic audio systems.
• Integrate audio assets into the game engine, working closely with programmers to ensure seamless implementation and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with composers to integrate music effectively and ensure a cohesive audio experience.
• Manage audio budgets and schedules, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in game audio and interactive sound design.
• Conduct regular quality assurance (QA) on audio implementation, identifying and resolving any bugs or issues.
• Contribute to the development of audio tools and pipelines to improve efficiency and creativity.
• Champion the importance of sound in the overall player experience, presenting audio concepts and deliverables to stakeholders.
• Manage outsourcing relationships for specialized audio needs when necessary.
• Champion best practices in audio implementation and workflow within the wider development team.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in game audio development, with at least 3 years in a Lead or Senior role.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of sound designers effectively.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a wide range of high-quality sound design for games across various genres.
• Deep understanding of audio middleware (e.g., Wwise, FMOD) and game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Proficiency with professional audio software (DAWs such as Pro Tools, Reaper, Logic Pro) and audio editing tools.
• Strong knowledge of acoustics, psychoacoustics, and audio mixing techniques for interactive media.
• Excellent understanding of the game development lifecycle and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to design sound from conceptualization through to final implementation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex audio issues.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate creative ideas clearly.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Perforce, Git).
• Passion for video games and a deep appreciation for the role of sound in creating immersive experiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote collaboration with in-studio presence.

• Define and direct the overall creative vision and artistic style for gaming projects.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of artists, designers, and animators.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive style guides and art direction documents.
• Oversee the creation of all in-game assets, including characters, environments, and UI elements.
• Collaborate with game designers and narrative teams to ensure a cohesive experience.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to the creative team.
• Manage the art production pipeline, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality assets.
• Present creative concepts and progress to stakeholders and executives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in game art and design.
• Champion innovation and push creative boundaries.

• Extensive experience as an Art Director or Creative Director in the gaming industry.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional artistic talent and leadership in game development.
• Proficiency in industry-standard art software and game engines.
• Deep understanding of game design principles, player psychology, and interactive storytelling.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate creative teams in a remote environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong conceptualisation and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience managing art budgets and production schedules.

• Define and communicate the overall art direction, style, and visual quality standards for the game.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of concept artists, 3D modelers, animators, UI/UX artists, and technical artists.
• Oversee the creation of all visual assets, including character designs, environments, props, and visual effects, ensuring consistency and adherence to the established art style.
• Collaborate closely with game designers, narrative designers, and engineers to ensure art enhances gameplay and narrative.
• Develop and manage the art production pipeline, schedules, and budgets.
• Conduct art reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure the highest level of quality and artistic integrity.
• Research visual trends, technologies, and art styles to inform the game's aesthetic.
• Ensure the game's visual elements are technically feasible and optimised for target platforms.
• Champion the studio's artistic values and foster a creative and supportive team culture.
• Present art concepts and progress to stakeholders and executive leadership.

• Extensive experience as an Art Director or senior art role within the video game industry, with at least one shipped AAA title.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional artistic talent, visual design skills, and leadership in game art creation.
• Deep understanding of art principles, colour theory, composition, and anatomy.
• Proficiency in industry-standard art software (e.g., Photoshop, Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter) and game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a large art team.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of the technical constraints and pipelines involved in game development.
• Experience with next-generation art techniques and technologies.
• A passion for video games and a keen eye for detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Digital Art, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and key visual moments in video games.
• Collaborate closely with the art director, game designers, and other artists to define and evolve the visual style and aesthetic of projects.
• Develop mood boards, colour palettes, and detailed sketches to communicate artistic vision.
• Produce polished concept art that clearly conveys form, function, mood, and narrative elements.
• Research and gather visual references to inform artistic direction and maintain authenticity.
• Iterate on designs based on feedback from the art director and team members.
• Contribute to the development of the overall art pipeline and workflows.
• Mentor junior concept artists and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay abreast of current trends in concept art and game development.
• Present ideas and designs effectively to the wider team.
• Ensure all concept art aligns with project briefs and technical constraints.

• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional skill in digital painting, sketching, and visual storytelling.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Concept Artist in the video game industry.
• Proficiency in industry-standard art software such as Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, or similar.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, perspective, colour theory, composition, and lighting.
• Ability to work across various art styles, from realistic to stylized.
• Experience in creating concept art for characters, environments, and props.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Ability to take direction and constructive criticism.
• A passion for video games and a deep understanding of game art principles.
• Familiarity with 3D software (e.g., ZBrush, Blender) for asset creation or ideation is a plus.

• Define and maintain the overall animation vision and style for game projects.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of animators, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality character, facial, and environmental animations.
• Collaborate closely with game designers, art directors, and narrative teams to translate game concepts into compelling visual experiences.
• Develop and implement animation pipelines, workflows, and best practices.
• Ensure animation quality, performance, and consistency throughout the development process.
• Direct the creation of keyframes, motion capture sessions, and in-game cinematics.
• Review and approve animation assets, ensuring they meet project requirements and artistic standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve animation-related technical issues.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and technologies in game animation.
• Contribute to the recruitment and onboarding of new animation talent.
• Manage the animation schedule and ensure timely delivery of assets.
• Champion innovative animation techniques and approaches.
• Provide clear artistic direction for voice acting and performance capture sessions.
• Ensure seamless integration of animations into the game engine.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in game animation, with at least 3 years in a leadership or directorial role.
• Proven track record of directing animation for AAA or significant indie game titles.
• Exceptional understanding of animation principles, cinematography, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency in industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya, 3ds Max, Blender) and game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Strong artistic foundation and a keen eye for detail, form, and motion.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to provide clear and actionable feedback to animators.
• Experience with motion capture technology and workflows.
• Strong understanding of character rigging and its impact on animation.
• Portfolio showcasing outstanding animation work and directorial contributions is essential.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, remote work environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.