Requirements:

Application:

• CSP, Photoshop

Knowledge Skills:

• Strong understanding of perspective, lighting, and composition.
• Proficiency in digital painting software such as Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, or Blender (for 3D-assisted backgrounds).
• Ability to adapt to various artistic styles, from hyper-detailed realism to stylized anime settings. Experience in color grading and atmospheric effects (e.g., fog, lighting, reflections).
• Good time management and ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• B2+ English is Required
• Japanese is optional
• Knowledge of Japanese anime production workflows is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Create detailed background paintings that match the anime’s visual style and atmosphere.
• Follow the art director’s guidelines for color, lighting, and composition.
• Design both static and dynamic environments, including indoor and outdoor settings.
• Ensure backgrounds align with character animation and overall scene layout.
• Paint multiple variations of backgrounds based on time of day, weather, or scene mood.
• Collaborate with layout artists, animators, and compositors to integrate backgrounds seamlessly into animation.
• Maintain a consistent art style throughout the production.