2D Background Artist

5 days ago

Vancouver, Canada Bardel Entertainment Full time

OUR STORY
For more than 35 years, Bardel Entertainment has led the animation industry through unwavering commitment to quality, creativity, and innovation. We are an internationally recognized, Emmy Award®-winning studio – in two prominent Canadian cities, Vancouver and Kelowna – and the creative force behind top audience hits such as The Dragon Prince, Rick and Morty, Teen Titans Go, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid. 

What you’ll be doing:

Assist in the creation of environment layouts and digital painted 2D backgrounds to fit the approved style of the series Maintain the style and execution of the backgrounds as per requirements of the production Create quick iterations for concept art in the various product stages, full colour functional concept, and final painted environment art Provide feedback and solutions to technical and creative issues Work collaboratively to meet production deadlines, ensuring open communication with other managers and team members Actively participate in team/department meetings May mentor entry-level artists by providing them with support, guidance and instruction in areas that provide for their artistic and professional growth Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff

What you’ll bring:

Strong understanding of perspective and the ability to interpret the cinematic qualities of the storyboard. Excellent sense of color theory, painting and Photoshop. Ability to take direction well with a positive attitude. Strong understanding of 2D animation principles Prior experience in 2D animation for background design or layout an asset A positive attitude and dedication to the success of the project

WHY JOIN BARDEL?
We’ve got great people here, with good reason We offer extensive, meaningful benefits centred on well-being (RRSP contribution matching, extended health and wellness perks, and paid closures to name a few) as well as a hybrid studio model with flexible schedules. And did we mention that our studios are dog friendly?


Being a part of our team will have you working on exciting, prominent industry projects and collaborating with influential, creative professionals from around the world. We’ll help you grow your career through regular social events and ongoing development opportunities, such as leadership training, workshops, and classes led by experienced industry guest instructors.


If you're driven by the excitement of tackling creative challenges, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, and pushing the boundaries of diverse entertainment, we invite you to join us – let’s create together


JOIN US
Ready to apply and join our cast of characters? Fill out the form below with your current resume, samples of your work (e.g. a link to your website or reel – don’t be afraid to show off a little), and tell us why YOU are the best person for this role 


GOOD TO KNOW
Remote work may be considered for this position. Bardel's Hybrid & Remote Work Policy will be presented and open to discussion during the interview process.


Bardel Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to fostering an inclusive environment – where the strength in the diversity of backgrounds, lived experiences, and identities are not only valued, but essential to our creative process. We hire personnel without discrimination based on race, ancestry, place of origin, citizenship, ethnic origin, colour, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, language, marital status, age, physical and/or mental handicap or financial ability. 

Candidates applying must be based in and legally eligible for work in Canada.

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