Lead CGI Artist

We are seeking a Lead CGI Artist to join our in-house creative team, based at Leader Online.

The successful candidate will play a key part in producing high-quality CGI visuals (both static and animated) to support our digital campaigns, product imagery, and marketing initiatives. This role will be responsible for coordinating the flow of information, models and scenes, maintaining schedules and task tracking, organising feedback, and performing first-line quality control. The role ensures the pipeline runs smoothly and that all projects remain accurate, organised, and fully aligned with studio standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Create CGI renders, animations, and interior and product visualisations for a range of digital platforms.
• Use 3D modelling, texturing, lighting, and rendering tools to produce engaging creative outputs.
• Work with internal teams to adapt and refine assets to meet creative and commercial goals.
• Support post-production processes including image editing, compositing, and touch-ups.
• Stay updated on new technologies, software, and design trends within CGI and 3D.

• Lead projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring consistent quality and brand alignment.
• Develop lifestyle CGI roomsets showcasing products in aspirational settings.
• Introduce improved workflows and implement best practices in CGI production.
• Contribute to strategic decisions, helping shape the future of our creative output.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product, and e-commerce teams to deliver impactful work.

Skills & Requirements

• 5+ years of professional CGI/3D design experience.
• Advanced knowledge of rendering engines, lighting, and photorealistic techniques.
• Proven leadership ability and project management experience.
• Ability to deliver innovative, commercially effective CGI solutions.
• Experience with VR/AR, interactive 3D, or motion graphics is advantageous.
• Proficiency in 3D design software (e.g., Blender, 3ds Max, Maya, Cinema4D).

• Familiarity with rendering engines and post-production tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Proficiency in lighting, materials, and photorealistic rendering techniques.
• Ability to create high-quality, press-ready imagery.
• Strong sense of composition, lighting, and visual storytelling.
• Experience managing projects, presenting concepts, and engaging with stakeholders.
• Understanding of brand consistency in visual outputs
• Portfolio demonstrating CGI or 3D design projects.
• Lead, advise, and mentor less experienced members of the team, promoting best practices.

● Generous Holiday Allowance

Enjoy 22 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the flexibility to tailor your time off:

• Buy up to 3 extra days of holiday
• Or sell back up to 2 days to suit your needs

We believe in a healthy work-life balance that works for you.

● Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years service;

● Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements;

● Salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme;

● Staff discounts on the Leader product range;

● Subsidised gym membership;

● Your Wellbeing Matters

We care about our team’s mental and emotional health. That’s why we offer:

• Access to Able Futures, a confidential government-backed service providing practical support for mental wellbeing at work.

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 access to professional wellbeing advice, counselling, and guidance to help you thrive inside and outside of work.

● Employee Referral Bonus

● Salary £40- £45k depending on skills and experience.