Visionary Visual Development Artist for Feature Film

Sony Pictures Animation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Sony Pictures Animation in Los Angeles is seeking a Visual Development Artist to collaboratively shape the look of our feature film. You will work closely with the Production Designer, Art Director and leadership to design sets, locations, props, characters, color schemes and the overall style, from concepts to final paintings.

You must excel at drawing and painting, handle a range of styles from cartoony to realistic, and translate ideas into production-ready artwork while meeting schedules.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in drawing including human and animal anatomy; strong understanding of design, perspective, composition, painting, lighting and color theory.

Responsibilities

• Work with Production Designer and Art Director to generate artwork for sets, locations, props, characters, visual effects, color schemes and overall style.
• Generate sketches, rough explorations, refined designs and final paintings across all production stages.
• Create artwork that informs early story development and the production process.
• Collaborate with leadership to translate the film vision from concept to finished look.
• Present innovative ideas to improve visual concepts when requested.
• Keep artwork organized and backed up properly.
• Communicate questions or production concerns to supervisors and staff.
• Meet production schedules while maintaining high artistic quality and consistency.

Skills

Drawing

Design

Perspective

Color theory

Lighting

Composition

Storyboarding

Tools

Photoshop

Cintiq

Job description

Sony Pictures Animation in Los Angeles is seeking a Visual Development Artist to collaboratively shape the look of our feature film. You will work closely with the Production Designer, Art Director and leadership to design sets, locations, props, characters, color schemes and the overall style, from concepts to final paintings.

You must excel at drawing and painting, handle a range of styles from cartoony to realistic, and translate ideas into production-ready artwork while meeting schedules.