Job Title: Art Director / Senior Concept Artist (AAA Games & Cinematics)

Status: Freelance

Remote First - must be UK or EU Based

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Art Director or Senior Concept Artist to help shape the visual direction of AAA games and cinematic content. This role requires a strong artistic vision, deep understanding of visual storytelling, and the ability to translate ideas into compelling, production-ready designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the visual style and artistic vision across projects
• Create high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and key scenes
• Collaborate closely with directors, designers, and production teams to ensure visual consistency
• Guide and mentor internal and external artists, providing clear and actionable feedback
• Translate narrative and gameplay requirements into visually engaging assets
• Maintain quality standards aligned with AAA production pipelines
• Contribute to mood boards, style guides, and visual development documentation

Requirements

• Proven experience in AAA games, cinematics, or related high-end productions
• Exceptional portfolio demonstrating strong design, composition, color, and storytelling skills
• Expertise in industry-standard tools (e.g., Photoshop, Blender, Maya, Unreal Engine)
• Strong understanding of anatomy, lighting, perspective, and materials
• Ability to work across a range of styles while maintaining a cohesive vision
• Excellent communication and leadership skills (especially for Art Director level)
• Experience working within production pipelines and tight deadlines

Nice to Have

• Experience directing teams or leading visual development on shipped titles
• Knowledge of real-time workflows and game engines
• Background in cinematography or film production
• Familiarity with outsourcing pipelines

This is a FREELANCE Opportunity based in the UK or EU.

Although Remote First, Residency in the EU or UK will be essential for this role.