Position Overview

This is a full-time position and will be based in our studio in Dublin, Ireland. There is flexibility for remote working but applicants should be in the same timezone as the studio +/- 2hours.

We will endeavour to respond to all applicants, but due to the high volume of applications we receive a reply might not always be possible.

Please mail to careers@giant.ie – please include the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email, for example: “Application – Art Director Position”.

Starting date: June 2022

Position Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Supervising Producer and Directors to discuss the creative ambitions and producibility projects throughout production

• Develop and communicate a clear design vision (including Characters, Locations, Props, Backgrounds, Lighting, and Color) that will support and maintain the overall creative vision and quality for the story and style of the project

• Oversee creation of style guides and communicate creative notes to CG Asset team

• Prepare for and lead design handouts by communicating overall direction, design requirements, and expected level of polish to the Design and CG Asset teams

• Participate in design and CG Asset reviews, provide clear notes for revisions, and assist with revisions as needed

• Oversee workflow to ensure all deadlines are met, communicating with the Line Producer and Production Manager and/or other departments to anticipate and tackle potential design, asset and production challenges and issues

• Provide status updates, troubleshoot, and review potential changes on a regular basis with production staff

• Participate in the talent acquisition process with the Line Producer and Production Manager to review portfolios and tests, interview candidates, and provide detailed feedback

• Support a collaborative and creative environment that produces awesome Giant projects. Including coaching and mentorship to department heads and other crew members

Position Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working on animation series / film / VFX

• Strong drawing and painting skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proven ability to meet deadlines and keep a team on schedule

• Ability to create concepts for characters, props and sets

• Understanding and experience leading in a CG animation pipeline

• Experience supervising design and CG asset teams including delegating, giving feedback, and providing constructive criticism to creatives

• Strong organization and time management skills

• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude

• Strong knowledge of color theory and lighting

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment