Sr. Background & Layout Artist

We’re looking for a Senior Background & Layout Artist to design and deliver high-quality environments and locations for our 2D animated series. The role involves collaborating closely with leads and directors, contributing to the visual development of the world, and actively working on production backgrounds (layout and colour) in a fast-paced setup.Responsibilities:Read scripts and design key locations, action maps, size/scale charts, and layout guides.Create strong grayscale concepts, compositions, and multiple variations for each set.Work on production backgrounds, including layout and final colour renders, as per the project style.Develop clean line art, colour, and final background renders.Collaborate with the BG Lead and incorporate feedback efficiently.Ensure consistency in design, lighting, and storytelling across assigned episodes.Follow file structure, naming conventions, and workflow standards.Coordinate with layout, animation, and comp teams to support production needs.Update production trackers with progress and flag any challenges proactively.Contribute to environment-related props and supporting assets when required.Requirements:3+ years in BG/Environment design for animation.Strong skills in perspective, composition, lighting, and storytelling.Strong execution skills in both BG layout and colour for production.Good understanding of production workflows and pipeline.Ability to take direction and deliver consistently under tight timelines.Organized, proactive, and comfortable working in fast-paced productions.Nice to Have:Experience working on long-form animated series.Understanding of the full pipeline (Assets → animation → BG → comp).Ability to create quick colour keys and variations when required.

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