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Full Time Job

Art Director

Mill Film

Chicago, IL 12-30-2021
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description

The Mill is a global creative partner for agencies, production companies and brands, working across all media channels and platforms.

We are trusted specialists in visual effects, creative technologies and content production Our projects include the creation of digital products and virtual experiences, as well as world class visual effects and video production.

We are a vibrant network of talented artists, producers, directors and creative technologists from multinational backgrounds. We nurture innovation, flexibility and diverse ideas across our studios in London, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Berlin and Bangalore. We are all united by one single ambition: To create extraordinary and memorable work that captivates and excites audiences.

We are The Mill.

We create the extraordinary.

The role of Art Director at The Mill is one of creative leadership, an unwavering eye to detail, and using the design process as a method of solving creative challenges.

What you'll do

As an AD, you are responsible for leading teams of designers, animators, artists, and technologists to deliver world class content that exceed the expectations of the initial client brief.

You are hands on. Your experience was molded by broadcast, print and digital works. You are comfortable with the process from the initial call through final grade and delivery. You are organized, an excellent communicator, and unafraid to ask challenging questions at any point in the process. You care about the people sitting next to you and want to see them grow and learn.

Qualifications

What you'll need:

A highly developed Design sensibility with proven track record of leading commercial projects. Solid presentation skills and comfortable with being the client-facing representative of The Mill

Essentials

Bachelor's or Master's degree in design or related studies

Technical

Knowledge of Adobe CC, C4D, and Affect Effects

Experience in AR/VR/interactive projects as well as commercial.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of Art Direction experience

Animation experience

Ability to translate concepts into creative design and mentor junior staff members.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d86bk9-3-137-185-180-42 in your application.

Company Profile
Mill Film

Technicolor is home to the world's premiere portfolio of visual effects brands, services, and creative innovations. With locations that span the globe, and service offerings tailored to the specific creative and storytelling needs of each project, we power premium content. Our diverse family of VFX brands includes: MPC, The Mill, MR. X, Mikros MPC Advertising, and Technicolor VFX. Each studio has their own unique approach to help storytellers create out of this world experiences.