Background Designer
CBS Studios
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 6/8/2021 6:04:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Late Night Cartoons - Background Designer
Late Night Cartoons, Inc is looking to immediately fill a Full Time position as BACKGROUND DESIGNER on an adult half-hour comedy series. The production is fast paced with quick turnarounds. The position will last approximately 4 months with the possibility for extension. This is currently a remote position but a New York based candidate is preferred.
Applicants should have strong knowledge of 2- and 3-point perspective, and digital painting ability. Proficiency in Sketchup or other 3D design programs is a plus. Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines and be extremely organized.
Responsibilities:
• Create set designs, starting from the initial sketch/layout all the way through to final painted backgrounds
• Work within tight deadlines and adapt quickly to a constantly changing script and design needs
• Create complex environments, including props, in Photoshop that can be composited as multi-plane sets in After Effects
• Generate multiple angles of the same background
• Design modern-looking layouts and final painted backgrounds in a highly polished style in Photoshop
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to work quickly a must
• Self-motivated and able to communicate clearly with the Art Director over Slack to understand tasks and deadlines
• Strong digital painting ability, with an understanding of modern architecture and design
• Strong knowledge of 2- and 3-point perspective
• Ability to work in a clean, contourless painting style
• Proficiency with Sketchup or other 3D design programs a plus
• Proficiency in Photoshop
FUNCTION: Marketing/Promotions