2D Character Layout Artist – Anime Series

• Translate storyboards and animatics into character layouts
• Stage and position characters within each scene
• Create clear poses communicating the action, emotion, and intent of the scene
• Establish character placement, screen direction, eyelines, and interaction with props and environments
• Block key character movements and poses to support dialogue and performance
• Work with camera and composition to stage characters effectively
• Maintain character proportions, scale, and continuity between scenes
• Identify and resolve staging or continuity issues before animation
• Work with Animation Directors and Supervisors to address notes and make revisions
• Follow production schedules, pipelines, and file standards

• Experience in character layout in 2D traditional animation production
• Strong understanding of character posing, staging, composition, and visual storytelling
• Ability to interpret storyboards, animatics, and dialogue
• Good understanding of animation principles and how layout supports animation
• Strong attention to character proportions, positioning, and continuity
• Ability to work efficiently within production deadlines

Demonstrates expertise in character layout for 2D traditional animation, with a strong focus on character posing, staging, and visual storytelling. Proficient in maintaining character proportions and continuity while adhering to production schedules and standards.

• Character Layout in 2D Animation
• Character Posing and Staging
• Visual Storytelling
• Animation Principles
• Production Deadline Management

• Character Layout
• Character Posing
• Staging
• Composition
• Visual Storytelling
• Animation Principles
• Continuity Management
• Scene Blocking
• Character Proportions
• Dialogue Interpretation

• Attention to Detail
• Efficient Work Ethic

• 2D Traditional Animation
• Production Schedules
• Animation Production
• Storyboards
• Animatics