Job Description
Squint/Opera is seeking an experienced Art Director to work on CG projects. The Art Director will develop visual approaches for CG projects, working with the Creative Director, clients, and production teams. They will translate narratives into cohesive styles, resolve design gaps, and ensure art direction aligns with client objectives.
Role Involves:
- Art directing CG films and stills, including live-action shoots
- Collaborating with the Creative Director to develop visual approaches
- Translating briefs into practical art direction for the production team
- Assessing client models and resolving design gaps
- Ensuring art direction aligns with client objectives
- Attending client meetings and managing correspondence
- Providing solutions for design changes' impact on production
- Briefing project teams and reviewing progress
Requirements:
- Experience with a creative agency or production environment on CG and animation projects
- Previous experience as an Art Director with CG production teams
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
- Adaptability to different creative approaches and styles
- Experience with film and photography shoots
- Working knowledge of standard software and workflows
- Intellectual and creative rigour
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Flexible and adaptable
- Ability to influence others positively
- In-depth technical and creative knowledge
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail
Role Offers:
- Opportunity to contribute to creative team meetings
- Chance to set quality standards for projects