Character Designer

About the role

We are seeking a Character Designer to join our pioneering team in creating animated content using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines.

What you'll do

• Align with the style and sensibility of the show.
• Explore and create a variety of character design options that fit into the story/world.
• Translate references to visually develop a character’s personality, mood, and tone.
• Partner with technical leads to refine and troubleshoot character models, ensuring consistency in fidelity, proportion, and emotional range across all shots.
• Develop character expressions, turnarounds, and production assets.
• Present work in a clear and organized manner that demonstrates intent.
• Work flexibly to troubleshoot and address notes.
• Adhere to the production schedule and deliver completed assignments on time.

What they're looking for

• 2+ years of character design experience on series, feature films, shorts, development/production OR a portfolio that demonstrates a strong understanding of character design for production settings.
• Excellence in draftsmanship with a working knowledge of anatomy and/or volumetric drawing.
• Advanced working knowledge of digital drawing tools.
• Broad knowledge of artistic styles and the latest technology is essential.
• Knowledge of AI tools, Cursor and other agents, and workflows a plus.
• Samples and/or credits demonstrating excellence in character design.
• Excellent verbal, written, and e-social communication skills.
• Experience working within an iterative, agile creative environment where rapid prototyping and feedback loops are part of the daily workflow.

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