We are currently seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic 2D Animation Layout Artist to join our core team for an exciting new venture: the proof of concept for an original 2D animated feature film. This is a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the foundational visual development of a compelling story. Our pipeline is centered around Blender (Greasepencil in specific). You'll play a crucial role in translating storyboards and animatics into detailed, camera-ready scenes for 2D animation. Your primary responsibility will be to establish the visual staging, camera movement, character placement, and environmental elements within each shot. We're specifically looking for an artist who's not only proficient in traditional 2D layout principles but is also highly confident and experienced with Blender's 3D environment and the Grease Pencil tool for 2D drawing and scene setup.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Director,Concept Artist and Lookdev Artist to interpret storyboards and animatics into clear, functional 2D layouts.

• Utilize Blender to establish 2D/2.5D and 3D scene environments, set up camera angles and movements, and manage scene depth.

• Employ Grease Pencil extensively within Blender to draw character and prop placement, background elements, and crucial scene details directly within the 3D space.

• Create detailed background keys, overlays, and underlays that define the environment and support character action.

• Ensure accurate perspective, staging, and composition for every shot, maintaining consistency with the film's visual style.

• Collaborate with the animation team to provide clear pose breakdowns and staging information for key animation.

• Prepare scenes for animation by organizing layers, naming conventions, and exporting necessary assets.

• Address feedback from the Director efficiently and iteratively.

• Maintain a high level of quality and adherence to production deadlines for the proof of concept phase.

• Proactively contribute to the development of efficient 2D layout workflows within Blender and Grease Pencil, this may include researching and testing new techniques or tools to optimize our pipeline.

Must Haves

• Proven experience as a Layout Artist or similar role in 2D animation production (TV series, feature films, shorts).

• Demonstrable expert-level proficiency with Blender, specifically for 3D scene setup, camera animation, and its Grease Pencil capabilities. (Please highlight this in your portfolio/reel).

• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills, with a willingness to engage in R&D to refine workflows and tools.

• Strong understanding of traditional animation principles, particularly in staging, composition, perspective, and camera work.

• Excellent drawing skills with a solid grasp of form, anatomy, and environment.

• Ability to interpret storyboards and translate them into dynamic and expressive layouts.

• Proficiency in other relevant 2D animation software (e.g., Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate) is a plus, but Blender/Grease Pencil expertise is paramount.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced, iterative production environment.

• Attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality output.

Bonus Points

• Experience working on feature film animation projects.

• Familiarity with production pipelines and asset management.

• A passion for innovative animation techniques and storytelling.

Location

Remote, must be based in Mexico