(Key art and art direction)
Key art for film and TV
I'm Chris Ross, an art director and creative director who makes key art and one-sheets for film and television. My credits include American Horror Story, Pose and Snowfall, which I worked on at Icon Arts.
Based in Los Angeles. Available for on-location work worldwide.
(Selected work)
Credits and roles
American Horror Story: 1984
FX. Art direction and finishing, at Icon Arts.
American Horror Story: Apocalypse
FX. Art direction and finishing, at Icon Arts.
Pose
FX. Art direction and finishing, at Icon Arts.
Snowfall: Season 4
FX. Art direction, at Icon Arts.
See every poster in the key art gallery, or browse the full project list.
(What you get)
From first direction to final formats
Exploration
Multiple key art directions, concepted end to end, so you can compare real options.
Art direction
One point of view across concept, image-making and type, from the first comp to the approved image.
Finishing
One hero image, finished and ready for trade use.
Every format
Variations for theatrical, digital, social and out-of-home.
(Price and timing)
From $22,000
The Key Art & One-Sheet package usually takes 4 to 8 weeks. You can book it online with a $4,500 deposit, credited in full toward the project, or send a brief if your project needs something different.
(Questions)
Common questions
What is key art?
Key art is the main image that sells a film or show. It anchors the one-sheet and carries across digital, social and out-of-home advertising.
Who do you make key art for?
My credits are in film and television, including work for FX. Any production that needs key art can book the package or send a brief.
Can you work on location?
Yes. I'm based in Los Angeles and available for on-location work worldwide.
What else can you take on?
Motion posters and motion design, photography, graphic design and branding. See packages for everything I offer.