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Art Director

United Kingdom, Chatham · Job Posted June 28, 2026
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At Dovetail Games, we create authentic worlds that connect players with their passions. As Art Director, you will be responsible for defining and championing the artistic vision across our portfolio, inspiring talented teams to deliver visually stunning and technically ambitious experiences that delight millions of players around the world. This is a leadership role for someone who combines exceptional artistic judgment with the ability to inspire people, influence strategy, and build a culture of creative excellence. You will be a key voice within the studio, helping shape not only what our games look like, but how they evolve in the future.

Job Responsibility

  • Define and champion a compelling artistic vision across all projects and products
  • Establish clear visual quality standards that inspire teams and elevate player experiences
  • Drive artistic innovation while maintaining authenticity, consistency and commercial success
  • Ensure creative direction aligns with product strategy and long-term studio goals
  • Build, mentor and inspire high-performing art teams across multiple disciplines
  • Create an inclusive culture where artists feel empowered, supported and challenged to grow
  • Develop future leaders through coaching, feedback and career development
  • Foster collaboration, trust and accountability across both internal teams and external partners
  • Raise the bar for visual quality across every aspect of production
  • Lead regular reviews that provide clear, constructive and inspiring feedback
  • Guide teams through artistic challenges, helping translate ambitious ideas into exceptional player-facing experiences
  • Champion best practices, workflows and continuous improvement across the art function
  • Act as a senior creative voice within the studio leadership team
  • Partner with Product, Design and Engineering leaders to shape future opportunities and innovation
  • Stay at the forefront of industry trends, technologies and emerging artistic techniques
  • Drive adoption of new tools and workflows that improve quality, efficiency and creative potential

Requirements

  • Extensive experience leading art teams within games or interactive entertainment
  • Proven success defining and delivering artistic vision across complex projects
  • Outstanding leadership skills with a passion for developing people and building creative cultures
  • Strong understanding of contemporary art pipelines, Unreal Engine, and modern content creation workflows
  • Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, capable of inspiring teams at every level
  • Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on understanding of game development
  • A growth mindset and relentless drive to push creative boundaries

What we offer

  • Work where you work best –UK Based Remote, Hybrid or in Office? You choose!
  • 37.5 hour working week with true flexible working
  • Collaborative, supportive team environment
  • Access to the latest tools & tech
  • Company funded away days and team building
  • Opportunity to grow and work on much loved titles
  • Competitive salary and benefits
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