recruitment

Art Director / Senior Art Director

We are looking for a serious enhancement of our creative team through the appointment of a key talent.

The role will be client-facing, with creative authority on a project by project basis, directing teams of artists, both internal and freelance.

You will be great at empathizing with the particular needs of different types of client - understanding exactly the kind of solution that will not only delight our clients, but also blaze new trails creatively.

You will also be a great people person, knowing how to get the best out of a team - leading from he front. You will have hands on skills, either in CGI or 2D software, and prepared to get your hands dirty by producing your own work.

You must be the kind of person that lives and breathes the creative possibilities of the moving image. You will already have awards to your name and want to add many more. You must be able to prove your experience at a senior level in either broadcast TV, commercials, or movie industry.


4/11/09 | For more information please contact

Shake Compositor

We are looking for a talented Shake Compositor with at least 3 years experience to join our freelance database. There is work waiting for the right person so please get in touch as soon as you can.

20/10/2008 | For more information please contact

Maya artist

We are seeking an experienced, highly talented Maya artist to join our studios in Bristol, the UK's coolest media city. To be successful you will be able to demonstrate the very highest levels of creativity and technical ability. We are looking for someone who really has something extra to offer.

You must be capable of liaising with external clients and working with internal producers and art directors. You will be self motivated enough to work solo, or as part of a team of artists to deliver a wide range of CGI styles, from high end vis fx to stylized motion graphics for very high profile broadcast and commercial clients around the world.

In return you will be awarded a permanent staff position at a competitive salary.

13/8/09 | For more information please contact

Senior Maya Artist

We are seeking a senior Maya artist to join us at our Bristol studios.

This is an important position that calls for really exceptional abilities. You will need to demonstrate the best of personal attributes - in terms of creative and technical skills, but also an enthusiasm to work collaboratively with 422's directors and senior production staff to realize the company's aims.

You will need to be able to deal directly with clients around the world, to empathize with them and their needs, and where appropriate to add your own creative input. You will be able to work solo, or to lead teams of artists to deliver ground-breaking CGI - from high end vis fx to stylized motion graphics for broadcast and commercial clients, exceeding all expectations, on time and on budget.

The successful applicant will be awarded a permanent staff position at a competitive salary.

13/8/09 | For more information please contact

Speculative Enquiries

If you would like to make a speculative enquiry about potential vacancies please email your full CV with web portfolio address to jobs@422.com or post your CV and show reel to Job Applications, 422 South, St John's Court, Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2QY.
If we think we may be able to offer you work we will retain your details on file for six months and will contact you should a suitable position arise (please confirm that you consent to your details being retained and circulated around our offices).
We regret that we are unable to return CVs and show reels once submitted. We try to reply to all enquiries however during very busy periods this may not be possible, so please bear with us. (Do feel free to chase us if there is any substantial delay in us responding). Many thanks.

04/10/2007 | For more information please contact