Layout & BG Artists - Ted and Paula's Tadpole Journey

hace 2 días

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, España Gigglebug A tiempo completo

Join us for Ted & Paula's Tadpole Journey - a new Gigglebug original series

The 52 x 11 min 2D animated series combines action with silly cartoony comedy. 

We are looking for Layout & BG Artists to support our talented team. At the Gigglebug Studio, you would be part of a friendly and tight-knit team, working in collaboration with the Directors, Layout & BG Supervisor, Production and all of our talented artists

The positions will be located at our Las Palmas studio, so candidates that are in Las Palmas or willing to relocate will be prioritized.

Under the supervision of the Layout & BG Supervisor and Series Director, you will be responsible for:

  • Working on episodic backgrounds, from the layout step to the finished painted background.

  • Following the provided reference materials including locked animatic, colored location designs, and any other guidelines from the supervisor

  • Addressing both internal and external notes on both layouts and color backgrounds

  • Making sure the deadlines are met and files are also technically correct for the following departments to work on

Requirements

  • Minimum of one Layout & BG Artist credit on a 2D animated series

  • Minimum of two years' experience of working in Animation

  • Good understanding of composition, continuity, staging and perspective.

  • Good understanding of color theory and an eye for color in general

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Excellent organizational skills, both in terms of managing your own workload and in terms of keeping your files clean and well organized

  • Ability to work collaboratively as a part of a team, and ability to take direction

  • Ability to organize and manage time effectively to meet deadlines

  • Passion for cartoons

  • Excellent knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. Experience with Flow Production tracking (former Shotgrid) and Miro are considered a plus.

Application period:
We will fill this position as soon as we've found the right candidates

Start date:
March 2026

End date:
February 2027

Contract type:
Fixed term contract

Location:
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Does this adventure call to you?
You can apply by sending your cover letter and portfolio to us as soon as possible. Please note that we will fill this position as soon as we've found the right person, so please act quickly to start your new journey with us.
P.S. We have a multicultural crew who have re-located to Las Palmas to enrich our creative community At the same time, we also want to nurture and grow new local talent. So, if you are in the region and you are feeling a bit shy to apply – fear not We offer entry-level opportunities too

Why Gigglebug?
We are a fast-growing band of animation people, enthusiasts, and visionaries from around the world, brought together to inject positivity and creativity into the world of kids' content. Our agile animation studios are in the Heart of Helsinki, Finland and also in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria. These are our ateliers. Home of the Gigglebug. Hotbed of fun. And a safe space for stand-out creativity.Our mindset, values, and work ethic translate to creativity, honesty, equality, and high quality. In short: Nordic playfulness. As humans, we look for purpose in our work. Our purpose is to contribute to making the world a better place – by spreading laughter and joy.

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