Lead 2D Background Designer

About us:

Were working on an exciting Indian animated series. If youre passionate about storytelling, world-building, and animation, come be a part of it and join us on this incredible journey!

Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/deerdost/?hl=en

About the role:

Were looking for aBackground/Environment Design Leadto define and lead the visual design of key locations and environments for our 2D animated series. The role involves collaborating with writers, and directors to shape the world, guide the BG team, and ensure high-quality environment design in afast-pacedproduction setup.

Responsibilities

• Read scripts and design key locations, action maps, size/scale charts, and layout guides.
• Create strong grayscale concepts, compositions, and multiple variations for each set.
• Lead the BG team and review concepts, line art, colour, and final renders.
• Join daily meetings, proactively communicate, and ensure your team stays on track.
• Follow and enforce file structure, naming conventions, and workflow standards.
• Collaborate with writers, directors, layout, and animation teams.
• Update production trackers with progress and requirements.
• Oversee environment-related props, tech assets, and pre-production materials.
• Maintain world-building consistency across episodes.

Requirements

• 3+ years in BG/Environment design for animation.
• Strong skills in perspective, composition, lighting, and storytelling.
• Leadership/mentoring experience.
• Proactive, organized, and comfortable in fast-paced productions.

Nice to Have

• Experience working on long-form animated series.
• Good understanding of the full pipeline (Assets animation BG comp).
• Ability to create quick colour keys when required.