Background Artist

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Sony Pictures Animation

Posted:

August 30, 2023

Onsite

Job Commitment

Full-time

Experience Level

Mid Level

Workplace Type

Onsite

Job Function

Design & UX

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About the position

The Background Artist is responsible for designing and painting detailed backgrounds that align with the vision and aesthetic of the show. They work closely with the Art Director and other creative leads to create scene set designs, floor plans, and orthographic designs. The artist must demonstrate high-level drawing and painting skills, as well as a solid understanding of composition, perspective, color, and shape language. They should be able to work independently and within a team environment, and be able to propose design approaches that consider downstream departments. Previous experience in animation or gaming is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work closely with Art Director to create scene set designs, floor plans, and orthographic designs with multiple angles as needed
Paint backgrounds, layouts, and any other background-related art that the production may require, ensuring style and quality of show is met
Complete all rough, revised, and final designs necessary within assigned deadlines
Be available to fulfill all color projects – including but not limited to – color scripts, color lead sheets, storyboards, special backgrounds/effects as it pertains to each episode
Propose design approaches that consider downstream departments (modeling and texturing)
Ensure all artwork is properly backed up, stored appropriately, and all shipping materials are prepared and ready on time
Able to work independently and within a team environment
Work closely with the Art Director to resolve design issues

Requirements

Previous experience on an animated feature film, TV series, or game preferred
Ability to articulate creative ideas
Must demonstrate high-level drawing and painting skills
Must have a solid understanding of composition, value, perspective, color, shape language

Benefits

Competitive salary range of $51.61/hour to $58.00/hour
Eligibility for benefits as per the collective bargaining agreement
Opportunity to work with a renowned animation studio
Empowerment of filmmakers to lead the creative process
Focus on bold and innovative visual storytelling
Collaboration with a diverse team of artists from around the world
Opportunity to work closely with the Art Director and other creative leads
Exploration of designing and painting backgrounds aligned with the vision and aesthetic of the show
Development of high-level drawing and painting skills
Exposure to various design approaches and stylistic versatility
Proficiency in Photoshop
Equal opportunity employer without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.