Art Director - UK Project
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Job Description
Job Summary
* Establish and direct the overall visual appearance of all elements of an assigned project.
* Ensure the project’s “story” and creative intent is conveyed visually to successfully create the desired guest experience.
* Direct all visual elements and artistic style of the project.
* Create, develop and direct art, and design to establish and unify the creative vision.
* Translate desired moods, messages, concepts and ideas into imagery.
* Solidify the vision, resolving conflicting and inconsistent design.
* Collaborate with the Creative Director, Show Producer and project team to develop and direct creative design intent to meet project creative, business, technical, and operational objectives.
Major Responsibilities
* Develop visual design direction and define design elements of the assigned project that affect the guest experience. This may be accomplished with many different methods, including, but not limited to, creating sketches, illustrations, models, composite imagery and image research documentation. Supervise others to develop those design ideas.
* Oversee and direct design, fabrication and installation of all on-stage project elements to ensure the creative intent is achieved as envisioned by the Creative Director. Project elements such as architecture, scenic art, scenery, props, animation, show action, special fx, and lighting.
* Collaborate with internal talent and external vendors to execute the desired vision. Direct art related vendors and any scenic scope that requires art direction.
* Act as design “vision-keeper” for the project, maintaining a cohesive design in all elements associated with the project through all phases of design and development.
* Create and present project materials to internal and external audiences to communicate project concept, content and status.
* Work with the Show Producer to identify and procure talent and resources necessary to complete the project.
* Act as project liaison with internal and external partners, licensors, and intellectual property developers as needed.
* Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* Ability to communicate complex artistic ideas through a combination of written and visual materials. Must have in-depth knowledge of color theory, art history, scenic painting techniques, sculpture, architecture, perspective, theatrical lighting techniques and storytelling.
* Technical school is preferred. Associate degree (AA) in Theater, Art, Film, or Architecture is required. Bachelor’s degree in Theater, Art, Film, or Architecture is required. Master’s degree in Theater, Art, Film, or Architecture is preferred.
* Production design and field experience based on Universal Creative standards. Designing experience based entertainment for world-class theme parks or related industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
SCOPE: Non-routine; general policies applied to frequently changing situations. Responsible for directing teams of creative project personnel such as writers, artists, directors, scenic designers, programmers, graphic designers, etc. Influences decisions of significant nature requiring high degree of tact.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Art/Creative
Industries
Entertainment Providers
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