Job Posting Title:

Background

Req ID:

10144933

Job Description:

Marvel Studios has created one of the most powerful brands by bringing memorable, life -changing storytelling to the World through incredible characters like Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Captain Marvel, and Black Panther.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe multi-film franchises have redefined the genre by building a universe filled with creativity, innovation and collaboration. At Marvel Studios, you will be part of a team that helps propel our legacy into the future with a vision as far-reaching as our characters, worlds and stories.
Marvel Studios Animation is hiring.

This is an IATSE 839 position covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

The Background Artist will work closely with the production designer and art director to create background designs for a 3D-for-2D project. The BG Artist will create BG concept art in full color, as well as painting final BGs, layouts, and other background-related art that the production may require, ensuring style and quality of show is met.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Meet with creative supervisor(s) to ensure color needs of show are fulfilled.
• Follow instructions of supervisor.
• Complete all BGs within assigned deadlines.
• Resolve BG problems with creative supervisors.
• Ensure all deadlines are met.
• Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff.
• Ensure all artwork is accurately backed up and stored appropriately.
• Ensure all shipping materials are prepared and ready on time.
• Be available for questions until your department's shipment is complete.
• Review storyboard for background key color callouts.
• Assist with special projects.
• Fulfill other color projects, including but not limited to color lead sheets, color script and/or color pass on storyboards.
• If applicable, scan backgrounds and adjust digitally as necessary.

Qualifications
• Must Demonstrate proficiency in style of show.
• Strong knowledge of Color theory and lighting.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn applicable Color software and hardware.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Work well under pressure.

Additional Qualifications
• Ability to multitask a plus.
• Some digital color experience desired.
• BA/BS or equivalent work experience highly desired.
• Knowledge and experience working on a CG series.

The pay rate for this role in California is $62.74 to $78.41 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Marvel Animation

Job Posting Primary Business:

Marvel Animation

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Remote Worker Location, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-03-06