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At Swoon, we design furniture people obsess over – design-led, distinctive pieces built to last. Since 2012, we’ve grown into one of the UK’s most exciting online-only furniture brands, creating the next big trends before anyone else.

Our secret? A digital-first, data-driven approach that gets products to market fast, keeps prices fair, and gives customers a better shopping experience than any store. We also partner with major retailers like John Lewis and Next, and our scalable business model is only just getting started.

Join us now and you’ll be part of a small, ambitious team making a big impact – shaping a brand loved across the UK and beyond.

We are looking for a graduate who is passionate about photography, visuals, and digital storytelling. Someone who notices the details, knows when an image feels wrong, and has a natural flair for aesthetics. You do not need years of experience in content creation. What matters most is your passion for imagery, your curiosity to learn, and your ambition to grow into a commercial creative role.

This is a process management and quality control role, not a photography execution one.

You will work at the heart of our brand content team, helping us bring our products to life through photography, CGI, and visuals that sell. This is a chance to learn how both photography and computer-generated imagery power ecommerce, from creating and editing assets to managing the flow of content through to our site and partner platforms.

We will give you the training, tools, and ownership to quickly make an impact.

Requirements

What you'll learn and own

Product photography: managing the creation, editing, and upload of high-quality photography for new product launches (around 80 each month). Briefing work to a network of freelancers at our factories across the world.

CGI for made-to-order sofas: manage a dedicated CGI workstream, coordinating with partners to ensure assets are accurate, delivered on time, and correctly reflect fabric, finish, and pricing options.

Visual consistency: ensure imagery across our site and partner sites is consistent, accurate, and aligned with our brand look and feel.

Asset optimisation: learn how to prepare and adapt visual assets for multiple platforms, from our own site to partner retailers like John Lewis and Next.

Content quality control: check assets post photography and post retouching versus Swoon standards, spot errors, and make corrections before customers ever see them. Give feedback to our freelance photographers and retouchers.

Business updates: keep the wider team informed on what assets will be ready and by when, providing clear timelines to support product launches, promotions, and partner uploads.

• Products launched on time and error-free.
• A shopfront that is visually consistent.

Benefits

We’re a lean team of 25 – upbeat, ambitious, collaborative. If you relish responsibility and like to see the impact of your work quickly, this is your place. We’ve made flexible working permanent. You’ll work remotely most of the time, with monthly team workshops in London for collaboration and learning.

• Competitive graduate salary + benefits
• Share options programme
• Bonus scheme
• Wellbeing allowance
• Pension scheme (including employer contribution)
• Private medical cover for you and your family
• 25 days annual leave + an extra day for each year of tenure
• Your birthday off + an additional volunteering/community day
• Free furniture on each work anniversary
• Friends & family discount

• Conceptualize and direct the visual design of digital projects, ensuring alignment with brand identity and marketing goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of digital artists and designers, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.
• Develop mood boards, storyboards, and style guides to define the visual direction of projects.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality digital assets, including graphics, illustrations, icons, and animations.
• Ensure visual consistency and brand integrity across all digital platforms and campaigns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, content, and development, to deliver cohesive user experiences.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in digital art and design.
• Present creative concepts and design solutions to stakeholders, effectively articulating the rationale and vision.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets.
• Champion creative excellence and innovation within the digital team.

• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in digital art direction or a similar creative leadership role.
• A strong and diverse portfolio showcasing exceptional digital art direction and design skills.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Experience with UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of branding, marketing, and digital media trends.
• Experience in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote, collaborative environment.

• Conceptualize and execute digital art exhibitions and online programming.
• Research, evaluate, and acquire new digital artworks, ensuring alignment with the company's artistic vision and market relevance.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with artists, galleries, and cultural institutions worldwide.
• Curate engaging content for the platform, including artist interviews, critical essays, and exhibition catalogues.
• Manage the digital archiving and preservation of artworks, adhering to best practices in digital stewardship.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to promote digital exhibitions and initiatives.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements impacting the creation, display, and consumption of digital art.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and budget management for the digital art department.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior curatorial staff and interns.

• Master's degree or PhD in Art History, Digital Media, Curatorial Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in curating digital art, with a proven track record of successful exhibitions and projects.
• In-depth knowledge of contemporary digital art practices, art history, and the digital art market.
• Experience with digital asset management systems and archival practices.
• Exceptional research, writing, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Proficiency in relevant digital tools and platforms.
• A keen eye for aesthetic quality and a deep understanding of conceptual frameworks in digital art.
• Passion for innovation and exploring the future of art and technology.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a geographically dispersed team.

• Leading the conceptualization and development of innovative digital art and creative projects.
• Guiding and mentoring a team of digital artists, designers, and animators.
• Ensuring the highest standards of visual and artistic quality across all projects.
• Collaborating with clients to understand their vision and translate it into compelling creative solutions.
• Developing creative briefs and presenting concepts to clients and internal teams.
• Staying at the forefront of digital art trends, technologies, and artistic movements.
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation within the creative department.
• Fostering a collaborative and inspiring team environment.
• Overseeing the production of digital assets, ensuring technical feasibility and aesthetic coherence.
• Contributing to the overall strategic direction and growth of the creative studio.

• Developing and articulating the overall visual style and art direction for projects.
• Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of digital artists, providing clear direction and feedback.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including design, engineering, and production.
• Overseeing the creation of concept art, character models, environment art, and UI/UX assets.
• Ensuring the artistic quality and consistency of all visual elements.
• Establishing and maintaining art pipelines and workflows.
• Contributing to the artistic vision during early-stage development and conceptualization.
• Presenting art concepts and progress to stakeholders and clients.
• Staying updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in digital art.

• Develop and articulate a clear visual style and creative vision for digital art projects.
• Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of digital artists, illustrators, and animators.
• Conceptualize and direct the creation of high-quality digital art assets, including character designs, environments, UI elements, marketing visuals, and motion graphics.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, game designers, marketing teams, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and brand guidelines.
• Oversee the entire art production pipeline, from initial concept sketches to final polished assets.
• Conduct art critiques and provide constructive feedback to ensure artistic quality and consistency.
• Manage art budgets, resources, and project timelines effectively.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in digital art, animation, and visual storytelling.
• Maintain a high standard of artistic excellence and innovation.
• Present creative concepts and final art to stakeholders and clients.
• Develop and maintain art style guides and asset libraries.
• Troubleshoot and resolve creative challenges encountered during production.
• Contribute to the recruitment and hiring of new artistic talent.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and productive remote working environment for the art team.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Digital Art, Animation, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in digital art creation, with at least 3 years in a leadership or art direction role.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a strong understanding of art fundamentals, composition, color theory, and various digital art styles.
• Proficiency in industry-standard digital art software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Illustrator; Procreate; Clip Studio Paint).
• Experience with 2D and/or 3D art pipelines and relevant software (e.g., Maya, Blender, ZBrush).
• Proven ability to manage and motivate creative teams, preferably in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of visual storytelling and narrative development.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience with game development or animation production pipelines is a significant plus.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for pushing creative boundaries.