2D Artist / Illustrator

2D ARTIST / ILLUSTRATOR

Department Overview

The Background Production department focuses on producing short-length commercials, promotional videos, and pachinko projects.

Our Portfolio : https://www.g-angle.co.jp/lp/animessage/

Job Description:

• Produce intricate background line art from scratch, based on storyboards or layout instructions, with a strong grasp of perspective. Incorporate creative elements not depicted in the layout to enhance the final composition.
• Utilize photo references and art materials to color backgrounds while preserving the integrity of the line art.
• Adjust and refine the final output to ensure seamless integration with character cel animations.
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail for every frame and cut, even within strict production schedules, ensuring the quality of background work remains consistent and thoughtful.
• Create background artwork using Photoshop.
• Develop line art and paint backgrounds for Japanese animation content.

Job Qualifications:

• Patience and attention to detail, with the ability to meticulously illustrate each piece.
• A passion for Japanese 2D content, including anime, manga, and games.
• Interest or experience in photography as a hobby or profession.
• Genuine interest in tackling both line art and coloring with dedication.
• Open to candidates of all ages and experience levels.

• Recreate the provided reference image as accurately as possible.
• Tracing the reference image is strictly prohibited (e.g., overlaying and copying the image directly). However, side-by-side observation and replication (mimicry) are acceptable.
• Avoid using the eyedropper tool to sample colors during the coloring process.
• The theme for the assignment is “A classroom in a Japanese high school.”
• Use Photoshop exclusively for the assignment.
• Include the total time spent on the assignment in your submission.
• Please spend at least 15 hours on the skills test; it doesn't need to be consecutive. This test is designed to take over 20 hours, even for professionals.

Image Link : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ezhvoQ1lMyrx1f-LBkE6hT0EiBKslEzL/view

• Dimensions: 2300px (width) x 1300px (height)
• Resolution: 200dpi
• Color Mode: RGB
• Color Profile: sRGB
• Jpg format

• This is a full-time on-site job with office address at Cebu City.
• Please submit your skills test result with your resume and portfolio.
• Online applications only.
• Shortlisted applicants will be notified for interview.
• Working hours is from Monday to Friday, 9;00 A.M – 6:00 P.M with government statutory benefits, free lunch and brewed coffee, HMO Insurance, VL and SL credits.
• Salary is negotiable based on experience and skills.
• Opportunity for salary increase and various allowances available.
• If you have any questions or require further clarification regarding the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us.