Art Director - Ink

About the role

This role will lead technical initiatives focused on scalable systems, platform reliability, and meaningful business transformation within a hospitality and recreation environment. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions, influencing architecture, execution quality, and long-term technology capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop style guides and communicate visual theories for characters, backgrounds, and props
• Collaborate with creative leadership to enhance storytelling and visual standards aligned with project vision
• Engage in creative discussions and brainstorming to foster innovative ideas
• Supervise and participate in asset creation alongside the artistic team using traditional and GenAI tools
• Mentor and provide guidance to creative teams for optimal work output
• Work with production and technical teams to clarify direction, timelines, and budget
• Create asset breakdowns for project assignments and assist in team recruitment

Qualifications

• 3+ years in supervisory roles within animated features or series
• Strong passion for storytelling and animation, evidenced by portfolio or credits in visual development, backgrounds, or character design
• In-depth understanding of 2D and CG animation with a grasp of CG production processes
• Proficient in digital drawing tools, particularly Photoshop
• Familiarity with 3D DCC software (Maya, Unreal, Blender) and knowledge of GenAI tools is advantageous
• Ability to quickly adapt to emerging technologies and workflows in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership skills with experience in team motivation and management
• Excellent communication skills across various mediums

Location

Los Angeles, CA – US-based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Pay

$236,000 – $395,000 annually

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Mental health support programs
• Retirement savings programs
• Family-forming benefits
• Paid leave for vacation and sick time