1,050 Senior Creative Director Digital Art Animation jobs in Kenya

• Define and drive the artistic vision and creative direction for digital art and animation projects.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a remote team of artists and animators.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality 2D/3D art assets, character designs, environments, and animations.
• Develop storyboards, concept art, and style guides for projects.
• Collaborate closely with clients, producers, and other stakeholders to ensure creative goals are met.
• Manage the creative pipeline, ensuring timely delivery of assets and adherence to project schedules.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in digital art and animation.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on creative work.
• Ensure brand consistency and aesthetic coherence across all visual outputs.
• Contribute to pitches and business development by presenting creative concepts.

• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Animation, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in digital art and animation, with a significant portion in a leadership or directorial role.
• A strong and diverse portfolio demonstrating expertise in various art and animation styles.
• Proven experience leading and managing remote creative teams.
• Deep understanding of animation principles, visual storytelling, and cinematic techniques.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, Adobe Creative Suite, ZBrush, Substance Painter, etc.
• Experience with game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) is highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a remote environment.
• A passion for creativity, innovation, and artistic excellence.

• Define and lead the creative vision and artistic direction for all digital arts and animation projects.
• Conceptualize and develop innovative ideas for animated content, digital installations, and interactive art.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality visual assets, ensuring aesthetic consistency and artistic integrity.
• Mentor, guide, and inspire a team of artists, animators, and designers in a remote setting.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to align creative output with project goals and deadlines.
• Develop and present creative pitches, proposals, and mood boards to internal teams and clients.
• Ensure that all creative work meets the highest standards of quality, originality, and technical execution.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in digital art, animation, and emerging technologies.
• Manage the creative workflow, from initial concept through final delivery.
• Foster a positive and productive remote creative environment.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Animation, Digital Media, or a related creative field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a creative leadership role within digital arts or animation.
• Extensive portfolio demonstrating exceptional artistic talent, diverse style, and successful project leadership.
• Proven experience in directing and managing creative teams in a remote or distributed environment.
• Deep understanding of animation principles, 2D/3D software, and digital art creation tools.
• Strong storytelling abilities and a keen eye for visual composition, color theory, and aesthetics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with project management methodologies and creative workflow optimization.
• Passion for innovation and a desire to push the boundaries of digital art.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly talented and versatile Creative to join our team. The ideal candidate should be passionate about visual storytelling and skilled in videography, video editing (motion graphics, animation, and other editing styles), and photography. This role requires both technical expertise and a creative eye to bring ideas to life across multiple formats and platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, shoot, and edit high-quality video content for digital platforms (social media, websites, campaigns, events).
• Create motion graphics, animations, and dynamic video edits that align with brand guidelines.
• Capture professional photography for events, campaigns, content calendar, product shoots, and corporate needs.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to conceptualize and execute engaging visual content.
• Ensure all visual assets meet brand standards and deliverables are met within deadlines.
• Stay up to date with industry trends in video production, editing, and photography.
• Manage video and photo equipment, ensuring proper setup, usage, and maintenance.

Specific Video Editing Skills Required:

• Motion Graphics
• 2D & 3D Animation
• Colour Grading & Correction
• Sound Editing & Mixing
• Transitions & Effects
• Storytelling & Sequencing
• Text & Subtitling
• Green Screen / Chroma Keying
• Slow Motion & Time-Lapse Editing
• Multi-Camera Editing
• Visual Effects (VFX)
• Exporting & Formatting
• Familiarity with social media content requirements (IG reels, LinkedIn & Youtube)

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in videography, video editing, and photography.
• Proficiency in editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong knowledge of motion graphics and animation tools (e.g., Adobe After Effects, Blender, Cinema4D is a plus).
• Skilled in photo editing tools (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom).
• Ability to handle a project from concept to final delivery.
• Excellent eye for detail, storytelling, and visual composition.
• Strong time management skills and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• A portfolio showcasing videography, video editing, motion graphics, animation, and photography work is a must.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to bring creativity to life in a dynamic, fast-growing company.
• A collaborative team environment where your ideas matter.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Daily lunch provided at the office.
• Bi-weekly team mixers to stay connected.
• Fully paid offsite trips — our last one was in Zanzibar

• Define and articulate the overall vision and design pillars for the game.
• Lead and mentor a team of game designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering creative growth.
• Develop comprehensive game design documents (GDDs) that detail mechanics, systems, features, and content.
• Oversee the creation of compelling gameplay loops, balancing player progression, challenge, and reward.
• Collaborate closely with art, programming, and audio teams to ensure a cohesive and immersive player experience.
• Champion innovative design solutions that push the boundaries of player interaction and engagement.
• Conduct playtesting sessions, analyze player feedback, and iterate on designs to enhance quality and fun.
• Ensure the design aligns with technical constraints, project scope, and business objectives.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor analysis.
• Communicate design intent clearly and effectively to all project stakeholders through presentations, documentation, and prototypes.
• Manage the design team's workload, prioritize tasks, and ensure timely delivery of design assets.

• Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in game design, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior design role.
• Proven experience shipping multiple titles across various platforms (PC, Console, Mobile).
• Deep understanding of game design principles, including mechanics, systems design, narrative design, level design, and UI/UX.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing outstanding game design work and creative problem-solving.
• Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex design concepts.
• Proficiency in game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) and relevant design tools.
• Passion for video games and a keen eye for player experience.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and remote work environment.