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Lead 2D Artist

London hybrid HYBRID

Black Kite is an independent creative studio offering world-class visual effects and design. We are a talent-first, technology-inspired studio.

Our community is home to a collective of top-tier talent. A group of artists, creators, designers, producers and technologists that have come together to make exceptional artistic visual content.

THE ROLE

As Lead 2D Artist at Black Kite, you are responsible for delivering creative excellence from pitch through to delivery. Using your deep working knowledge of the VFX pipeline, you will provide technical and creative leadership to the team working across the 2D pipeline, on a broad range of high end VFX projects. You will collaborate with the VFX Supervisors and Producers to deliver outstanding VFX work on time and on budget.



Collaborate with VFX Supervisors to develop and implement creative and technical solutions for the 2D requirements across a range of VFX projects.
Create OUTSTANDING creative work
Lead teams of 2D artists to success across a wide range of high end VFX projects.
Work with the Production team to pitch for and win projects whilst seeking opportunities to develop client relationships.
Shoot Supervision, ensuring that we capture all data that is required whilst providing an excellent experience for our clients.
Support and mentor our creative talent.
Deliver client feedback clearly and constructively to your team.
Deliver projects that look visually outstanding on time and on budget.
Contribute to discussions relating to the 2D pipeline and creative workflows.
Inspire a culture of creative innovation.
You are a brand ambassador for BLACK KITE - attend industry events and awards shows.

Why YOU?

You have experience delivering outstanding VFX work across Commercials, TV and/or film
You have experience leading or supervising teams of 2D artists to success
You have a great understanding of the whole VFX pipeline
You have production experience with both Nuke and Flame
You have on-set VFX supervision experience
You have experience dealing with high profile clients and Directors and are motivated to develop this further
You understand 2D workflows and have working knowledge of Nuke
You are a great problem solver and enjoy troubleshooting
You are a team-player with a positive can-do attitude
You are a confident communicator
You are passionate about providing creative solutions and delivering creative excellence.
You are ambitious and strive to deliver excellence at all times.
You are keen to learn and always look for opportunities to expand your skills.



Date Approved

13/03/25

Deadline For Applications

10/04/25

Job Title

Lead 2D Artist

Location

London hybrid

Remote Working Options

Hybrid Working

Salary/Rate

tbc

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Duration

tbc

Industry

VFX

Minimum Experience

1-3 Credits

Preferred Genre Experience

Not Specified
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