Art & Design
Art Director.
The Art Director is the operational manager of the art department, working directly under the Production Designer to translate the design vision into practical reality. They oversee the construction a
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The Art Director is the operational manager of the art department, working directly under the Production Designer to translate the design vision into practical reality. They oversee the construction and dressing of sets, manage the art department budget on a daily basis, and coordinate between the set decorator, props department, and any set build crew. On an independent film, the art director often takes on some of the functions of a supervising art director — wearing multiple hats to keep the department moving efficiently.
What We Look For
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Experience as art director or senior assistant art director on drama productions
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Strong practical skills in set dressing, construction supervision, and design execution
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Budget management and scheduling capability within the art department
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Ability to coordinate across departments and manage suppliers effectively
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Creative literacy to translate abstract design briefs into concrete decisions
Working with Indie Matter
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Original Stories Only
We develop original screenplays exclusively. No IP, no franchise sequels, no adaptations. Every project starts from a blank page.
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Collaborative by Design
Independent film lives and dies by its crew. We work with people who bring genuine creative investment alongside technical excellence.
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UK-Based Productions
London-based studio, shooting across the UK. We look for crew who understand the realities of lean independent production without compromising on quality.
FAQ
Does the art director at Indie Matter manage set construction?
Where builds are required, yes — though many of our productions use dressed found locations rather than constructed sets.
Is art directing a stepping stone to production design at Indie Matter?
Yes — we value career development and have an interest in growing talented art directors toward PD credits.
Do art directors attend shoot days in addition to prep?
Yes — the art director is present throughout the shoot, particularly during set changes and location moves.
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Art Director.
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