Background Layout Paint Artist

Job Description

Titmouse is seeking a background layout painter for a 2D animated series. The Background Layout Painter applies color to the Background layouts to the satisfaction of the Background Layout Supervisor.

Format: Hybrid/Onsite (Applicants must be located within BC or willing to relocate)

Length of role: Nov 16th, 2026 - April 9th, 2027

Compensation:  $1,025/wk to $1,250/wk CAD, commensurate with experience and skill level

Work Location: 31 W 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3T8

Hours per week: 40

Reports to: Background Layout Supervisor, Line Producer

*If the work for this position is performed within the geographical jurisdiction of the collective bargaining agreement, it will be covered by that agreement.

Knowledge, Skills and Required Abilities

• Strong artistic skills with an eye for detail, composition, and color harmony. 
• Solid understanding of color theory, perspective, lighting and shading techniques.
• Ability to adapt to different art styles and follow established style guides.
• Proficiency with Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Workplace, FileMaker Pro, and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with different teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced production environment and manage time effectively to meet individual and team deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and professional acumen. 
• Ability to work with limited direction and take feedback as tasks progress according to the schedule.
• Actively improve skill set and abilities by keeping aware of current trends, techniques, and art methods. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and paint background images that match the artistic vision and style established for the animation project. 
• Work on overlay and underlay elements.
• Accept feedback and direction from the Art Director and make revisions and adjustments as needed to improve the quality and suitability of the backgrounds. 
• Collaborate effectively with other members of the team; communicate and coordinate with the background and production teams to meet project deadlines and objectives.
• Efficiently manage workload to ensure timely delivery of assigned tasks while maintaining a high level of quality.
• Ask appropriate questions to understand and complete assignments and tasks on schedule.
• Engage in an open dialogue with production management on any potential roadblocks or concerns in delivering assignments on time.
• Support & maintain the artistic vision of all phases of the series from pre-production through final episode delivery.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Work Habits

• Adhere to all Titmouse, Inc. policies and procedures. 
• Maintain courteous and cooperative manner with all staff and  outside contacts, and demonstrate respect and a positive attitude  toward them at all times during assigned workday. 
• Be a team player, but also take initiative and be flexible in assisting  others to the best of their ability to ensure accurate work product.
• Be organized in work area, files, etc., contributing to the efficiency  and accuracy of work within the assigned workday and avoiding  unnecessary extra time. 
• Be able to comprehend assignments or to clearly and concisely ask  for clarification until the assignment is understood. 
• Exhibit dependability by arriving and leaving work on time; by taking  the allotted time for lunch and breaks; by limiting personal telephone calls and socializing to break periods. 
• Engage in conduct that enables the company to achieve its goal of  providing a professional work environment and that is not disruptive  to that environment. 
• Be willing to put forth your best effort at all times during assigned workday. 
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial, legal and proprietary  matters.