Calling All Freelance 2D Artists, Concept Designers & Illustrators - CGI Creative Projects

Calling All Freelance 2D Artists, Concept Designers & Illustrators

• CGI Creative ProjectsContract - Remote (UK-based) - £200/day - Outside IR35 - Long-term Bookings AvailableCreative Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a leading digital media agency who craft vibrant, visually explosive campaigns for some of the world's leading consumer tech brands.We've been selected to support their growing creative studio on a series of high-profile CGI projects, and we're building a talent pool of exceptional 2D Graphic Designers, Concept Artists, Illustrators and Visualisers for ongoing freelance opportunities.This is a chance to become part of a friendly, high-calibre creative team—perfect for anyone who is:What You'll Be DoingDepending on project requirements, you'll work on one or more of the following:Screen Content & UI DesignDesign dynamic, colourful on-screen graphics that appear inside CGI photography and video contentCreate screen content, UI elements and visual graphics for CGI imagery—it's purely your ideas on the look and feelProduce mock-ups and concept visuals that integrate seamlessly into devicesBuild high-polish layered PSDs (around 5K resolution) for the 3D team to render and developEnsure visuals consider sound, motion and user interface aestheticsConcept Art & Visual DevelopmentConcept and design illustrative compositions that serve as the foundation for 3D teamsProduce slick digital scamps and visual treatments to communicate ideas clearlyDevelop style frames for client pitches and internal creative decksCreate innovative compositions and angles that convey narrative and emotion in a single frameComp and polish elements together in Photoshop and Illustrator with a strong sense of visual storytellingCreative CollaborationWork closely with producers, designers and 3D artists to keep creativity consistentContribute your own creative input and artistic visionInterpret briefs, iterate ideas quickly and work independentlyWhat We're Looking ForEssential SkillsStrong portfolio showcasing graphic art, creative images, UI content, digital illustration, or concept art with wow-factor visualsExcellent Photoshop and/or Illustrator skills—these are your core toolsExceptional eye for colour, composition, perspective, layout and visual balanceAbility to work independently and deliver to deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong visual storytelling abilities with experimentation and stylistic compositionBonusFamiliarity with 3D software such as Blender, Cinema 4D, or MayaExperience creating fictional UI or concept screensBackground in storyboarding, motion graphics, or visual developmentThe SetupContract DetailsStart ASAP with paid trial dates, then long-term freelance booking8 hours per day, UK working hoursFully UK-based remote (London office available if preferred—great for people outside of London!)Paid via LTD company (outside IR35) or Umbrella company—weekly pay for security and stabilityTools & WorkflowTeams, Box, Ftrack—you can learn these on the jobHow to Apply with your portfolio and let's talk.This role is open to all levels as long as your folio is interesting enough to be considered and you have hands-on Photoshop or Illustrator skills.Simply apply with your portfolio website, availability and confirmation of your UK location. Calling All Freelance 2D Artists, Concept Designers & Illustrators
• CGI Creative Projects Contract - Remote (UK-based) - £200/day - Outside IR35 - Long-term Bookings Available Creative Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a leading digital media agency who craft vibrant, visually explosive campaigns for some of the world's leading consumer tech brands. We've been selected to support their growing creative studio on a series of high-profile CGI projects, and we're building a talent pool of exceptional 2D Graphic Designers, Concept Artists, Illustrators and Visualisers for ongoing freelance opportunities. This is a chance to become part of a friendly, high-calibre creative team—perfect for anyone who is: What You'll Be Doing Depending on project requirements, you'll work on one or more of the following: Screen Content & UI Design Design dynamic, colourful on-screen graphics that appear inside CGI photography and video content Create screen content, UI elements and visual graphics for CGI imagery—it's purely your ideas on the look and feel Produce mock-ups and concept visuals that integrate seamlessly into devices Build high-polish layered PSDs (around 5K resolution) for the 3D team to render and develop Ensure visuals consider sound, motion and user interface aesthetics Concept Art & Visual Development Concept and design illustrative compositions that serve as the foundation for 3D teams Produce slick digital scamps and visual treatments to communicate ideas clearly Develop style frames for client pitches and internal creative decks Create innovative compositions and angles that convey narrative and emotion in a single frame Comp and polish elements together in Photoshop and Illustrator with a strong sense of visual storytelling Creative Collaboration Work closely with producers, designers and 3D artists to keep creativity consistent Contribute your own creative input and artistic vision Interpret briefs, iterate ideas quickly and work independently What We're Looking For Essential Skills Strong portfolio showcasing graphic art, creative images, UI content, digital illustration, or concept art with wow-factor visuals Excellent Photoshop and/or Illustrator skills—these are your core tools Exceptional eye for colour, composition, perspective, layout and visual balance Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong visual storytelling abilities with experimentation and stylistic composition Familiarity with 3D software such as Blender, Cinema 4D, or Maya Experience creating fictional UI or concept screens Background in storyboarding, motion graphics, or visual development Contract Details Start ASAP with paid trial dates, then long-term freelance booking 8 hours per day, UK working hours Fully UK-based remote (London office available if preferred—great for people outside of London!) Paid via LTD company (outside IR35) or Umbrella company—weekly pay for security and stability Tools & Workflow Teams, Box, Ftrack—you can learn these on the job How to Apply with your portfolio and let's talk. This role is open to all levels as long as your folio is interesting enough to be considered and you have hands-on Photoshop or Illustrator skills. Simply apply with your portfolio website, availability and confirmation of your UK location.