Key Art Designer (Mid-Level)

About ZEALOT

ZEALOT is a global creative agency with offices in London, New York, and Los Angeles, specializing in the film and television industry. We craft trailers, TV spots, social/digital campaigns, promos, and print materials for some of the biggest names in entertainment.

We are looking for a talented and passionate Mid-Level Key Art Designer to join our growing team. If you live and breathe design, thrive in a fast-paced creative environment, and have a strong portfolio of key art work, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to our Creative Director (Key Art), you’ll play a key role in shaping the visual identities of major film and TV campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile projects, collaborate with industry-leading professionals, and push creative boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept development and execution of high-quality key art for a variety of clients and projects.
• Design every aspect of poster creation, including typography, layout, color grading, artworking and photo compositing.
• Create static assets such as title treatments, pitch decks, social media assets, and out-of-home (OOH) campaigns.
• Curate and refine marketing materials (unit photography, special shoots) into compelling design assets.
• Ensure technical accuracy, including image formatting, resolution, and color profiles for both print and digital outputs.
• Understand and respond to creative briefs, solving design challenges with strong problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate effectively with Art Directors, Creative Directors, and Producers to refine and elevate the creative process.
• Stay on top of design trends, continuously developing new skills and techniques.
• Mentor junior designers, sharing expertise and fostering a culture of learning.
• Maintain project organization, ensuring assets are properly archived and meet ZEALOT’s standards.
• Handle final artwork preparation, ensuring deliverables meet client and industry specifications.
• Ensure accurate crediting on all finished projects.

The Ideal Candidate

• Deep passion for design, especially film and TV poster design, with a strong, curated portfolio.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. (After Effects and Cinema 4D knowledge is a plus.)
• High-level conceptual thinking and technical craft, with excellent typography, composition, and photo-editing skills.
• A strong creative voice with the confidence to present and execute ideas effectively.
• Strong time management, able to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinker, capable of interpreting client briefs with a clear vision for tone and genre.
• Collaborative and communicative, working well within a team and fostering positive relationships.
• Adaptable and flexible, thriving in a reactive, deadline-driven industry.
• Highly organised, with an exceptional eye for detail and quality control.

What We Offer

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (To be discussed depending on experience).

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working (up to 2 days remote per week after onboarding)
• Monthly team socials
• Regular training opportunities for career growth
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Friday lunches provided
  …and more!

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM and for the occasional late working there is a fair lieu day policy in place. 

Location: This role requires a minimum of 3 days per week in our Soho office. Candidates must be able to commute and be legally eligible to work in the UK.

How to Apply

Applications without a CV and portfolio will not be considered. References will be checked.

ZEALOT UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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