For over 30 years, the Nickelodeon Animation Studio continues to be one of the largest producers of television animation in the world, reflecting all kids today. Based in Burbank, Calif., with offices in New York, the Studio, designed by our artists and for our artists, is home to the world's greatest creative talents. Our campus of creativity houses top-notch talent, storytellers, artists, production teams, voice actors, cartoon experts, and more. At Nickelodeon, we are always looking to recruit dedicated craftspeople to help bring groundbreaking new ideas to life and that starts with you! We are leading the way in animated content for TV series, TV movies, shorts and theatrical features. Some of our new upcoming original animated series include, Kamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years, Rugrats, Middlemost Post, Star Trek: Prodigy, Big Nate and Santiago of the Seas, among others. Our content development teams are creator-driven, our work culture is collaborative, our mentorship of new talent is second to none, and we are committed to hiring inclusively to reflect authenticity in the diverse stories we want to tell. Join us!

　　Summary:

　　Generates background designs, overlays, underlays, shadow, color guides, floor plans and any other background-related art that the production may require, ensuring style and quality of show is met.

　　Receive & understand Character Design assignments from Art Director/Design Supervisor.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Review script for backgrounds needed at handout of show.

　　Review Storyboard to ensure continuity of character designs.

　　Make any changes or revisions and re-submit to Art Director/Design Supervisor for approval.

　　Complete all rough, revised and final designs necessary within assigned deadlines.

　　Resolve design problems with creative supervisors.

　　Ensure all deadlines are met.

　　Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff.

　　Ensure all artwork is properly backed up and saved appropriately.

　　Ensure all shipping materials are prepared and ready on time.

　　Be available for questions until your departments shipment is complete.

　　Ensure quality & style of show is achieved.

　　If required, generate multiple views of environment and specific elements within it.

　　Additional Responsibilities:

　　Assist with special projects.

　　If applicable, make special shadow and color indications.

　　Various duties assigned by Supervisor.

　　Qualifications:

　　Knowledge and experience with Photoshop, using a cintiq a plus.

　　Knowledge of Adobe Animate 2019.

　　Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show.

　　Strong background design skills.

　　Strong character design and construction/mechanical skills.

　　Relevant drawing experience necessary.

　　Thorough understanding of perspective.

　　Knowledge of or willingness to learn applicable design software and hardware.

　　Strong time-management skills.

　　Work well under pressure.

　　Additional Qualifications:

　　BA in Fine Arts or equivalent work experience highly desired.

　　Ability to multitask a plus.

　　ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

　　Weekly Hiring Salary Range: $2064.0 - 2350.0.

　　The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington State, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program, and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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　　Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

　　At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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