Art Manager (Hands-On + External Production) UK Based only
Posted 4 hours 16 minutes ago by West Pier Studio Ltd
The Role
We're looking for a creative powerhouse who can both set the vision and get their hands dirty making stunning art. As our Art Manager, you'll shape the look and feel of our games, lead a small but growing team, and drive production through world-class external artists and studios. This is a chance to put your stamp on multiple projects, push visual quality to new heights, and grow with a studio that values bold ideas and polished execution.
What You'll Do
- Lead the Look & Feel - Define the artistic style, set quality standards, and ensure everything we ship looks world-class.
- Hands-On Creation - From concept art to UI, characters, and animation you'll produce assets yourself alongside directing others.
- Drive External Production - Source, brief, and manage freelance artists and outsource studios, keeping them aligned on quality, style, and deadlines.
- Mentor & Grow the Team - Inspire a small internal art crew today and help build and expand it tomorrow.
- Collaborate Across Disciplines - Work together with designers, developers, and producers to deliver cohesive, engaging game experiences.
- Push Innovation - Contribute fresh ideas, stay on top of art and gaming trends, and experiment with new tools and workflows.
What You Bring
- 3+ years in a Senior Art Management role within gaming, mobile, or interactive entertainment.
- A portfolio that shows range, creativity, and polish across styles and platforms.
- Experience working with both internal teams and external vendors.
- Proven ability to multi-task across projects without sacrificing quality.
- Strong communicator, motivator, and collaborator.
- At least one published title (casual, mobile, social, or similar).
- Genuine passion for games and visual storytelling.
Technical Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) and some understanding of 2D animation tools (e.g., Spine).
- Strong understanding of composition, layout, and colour.
- Ability to design clean, intuitive UI/UX for mobile and web.
- Knowledge of 2D/3D pipelines, asset optimization, and multi-platform production.
- AI-savvy mindset - ability and willingness to adopt AI as a companion tool to speed workflows, spark creativity, and support production.
- Bonus: experience with 3D tools and/or web-based game technologies.
Nice to Have
Background or interest in iGaming / real-money gaming (slots, casino, instant win).
Experience with 2D animation and/or 3D design software.
Why Join Us?
- Direct influence on the visual identity of multiple games.
- The chance to create AND lead-a rare hybrid role.
- Work with talented internal and external teams, scaling as the studio grows.
- Flexible hybrid setup with creative freedom and ownership.
- An environment that values innovation, bold ideas, and quality execution.
This is an opportunity to shape games that stand out, create amazing art yourself, and lead a growing team with global reach.