Framestore’s Preproduction Services division enables filmmakers and showrunners to make early-stage, creative decisions that can then guide their entire production. We have over a hundred creatives, technologists and producers working across concept art, previsualisation, virtual production, in-camera VFX, techvis and postvis.
Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day to reframe the possible.
The Role
As a Lead Previs Artist, you will bridge creative storytelling and technical planning, leading a small team of Previs Artists to design and deliver cinematic sequences that guide directors, supervisors, and producers through the early visualisation phase of production.
You’ll work closely with the Visualisation Supervisor and department leadership to define the look, pacing, and technical approach of previs sequences — setting standards for shot design, animation quality, and camera language. You will also collaborate with filmmakers and production teams to translate creative intent into executable technical plans through techvis and virtual production workflows.
This role requires equal parts artistic vision, technical proficiency, and leadership — mentoring artists, maintaining creative consistency, and ensuring that the previs supports both storytelling and production requirements.
Framestore offers a hybrid working model, requiring two days per week at our central London studio. Depending on project needs, this role may also involve on-set work for up to five days per week.
Framestore offers a hybrid working model, requiring two days per week at our central London studio. Depending on project needs, this role may also involve on-set work for up to five days per week.
Job Responsibilities
Lead, mentor and support a team of Previs Artists, ensuring consistency of visual quality and creative intent.
Collaborate with the Visualisation Supervisor, VFX Supervisor, and Director to interpret storyboards, scripts, and briefs into dynamic previs sequences.
Establish shot composition, staging, camera animation, lensing, lighting and movement that capture cinematic intent.
Produce or oversee the creation of technical visualisation materials (techvis and schematics) to support production planning.
Ensure that previs sequences align with the technical and logistical parameters of live-action and VFX production.
Liaise with editorial to refine sequence timing and continuity.
Support Virtual Production and on-set teams with previs deliverables and updates as production evolves.
Identify creative and technical challenges early and propose solutions that balance storytelling and production needs.
Promote best practices in workflow, asset management and version control.
Have a presence in the office or on set at least twice a week.
Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Previs Artist in feature film, episodic or high-end commercial production.
Exceptional sense of cinematic composition, camera language and visual storytelling.
Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and performance.
In-depth knowledge of film production terminology, techniques and shooting methodology.
Experience producing techvis and supporting Virtual Production planning.
Ability to interpret creative direction and communicate effectively with supervisors and directors.
Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide a team through shifting creative direction and production deadlines.
Ability to translate CG cameras and animation into real-world setups and communicate those clearly to production.
Accessibility Statement
Our London studio is fully accessible, with step-free entry, accessible toilets on all floors, and quiet spaces available. We are committed to supporting disabled colleagues and providing an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Application Process
To apply, please complete the linked application form or email your resume and portfolio to recruiters@framestore.com with the subject line: Lead Previs Artist - London
We review all applications manually and do not use artificial intelligence to screen candidates. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know - we are happy to accommodate your needs.
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The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. You don’t have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If your skills are transferable and you feel like the role is right for you then we encourage you to apply. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered for this role or for other roles that we might have coming up.
Framestore is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities and sexual preferences. We aim to encourage and support all of our current and future employees to achieve their potential. No individual will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us.
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