Associate Art Director

Stellar Entertainment Software

Associate Art Director leading artistic vision for new AAA video game project. Collaborating with various teams to achieve high-quality artwork and maintain team progress.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeGuildford • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and mentorship abilities while guiding artistic talent in game development. Proficient in industry-standard art tools and game engines, with a solid understanding of artistic fundamentals and the game production process.

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Associate Art Director ExperienceLead Artist ExperienceProficiency in PhotoshopProficiency in Unreal EngineStrong Leadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Artistic FundamentalsCompositionLightingVisual StorytellingGame Development Process

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMentorship SkillsFeedback Provision

Tools & Technologies

MayaBlenderZBrushSubstance Suite

Industry Keywords

AAA Game ProjectsArt DirectionArtistic VisionQuality and Consistency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help to refine and sculpt the artistic vision of the game alongside our Art Director and Head of Creative
Collaborate across teams to ensure the art direction complements gameplay
Lead and mentor our team of talented artists, giving regular feedback and check-ins on the work produced
Work to grow the team’s overall capabilities, maintaining and fostering a healthy culture that means everyone is hungry to be class leading across all disciplines.
Ensure we are delivering quality and consistency regarding the artwork we are creating for our projects
Communicate and celebrate art progress alongside highlighting risks and concerns looking to optimise the maximum potential of the team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience as an Associate Art Director or Lead Artist on released game projects within the AAA space.
Exceptional portfolio showcasing a strong understanding of artistic fundamentals, including composition, lighting, and visual storytelling.
Proficiency in industry-standard art tools (e.g., Photoshop, Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Suite) and game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine).
Strong leadership and mentorship skills, with a track record of guiding and developing artistic talent.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey artistic vision and provide constructive feedback across multiple disciplines.
Ability to balance creative ambition with production realities and technical constraints to deliver high-quality results on time.
Strong understanding of the game development process and the intersection of art and technology in game production.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hybrid working (we work 3 days per week on-site)
Holiday Accrual Scheme
International AAA game projects;
Access to cutting-edge hardware;
Discretionary bonus scheme
Private Healthcare Plan incl. Dental and Eye care
Pension Plan
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme - Wellness Support
Regular Team Incentives and Social Events