Expression of Interest – Color Artist

Location
Paris, France
Work mode
On-site
Type
Full-time
Seniority
Senior
Salary
Not stated
Department
Art Dept
Languages
FR, EN
Posted
27 Oct 2026

Verified open 2 Nov 2026 · Source: Company careers page

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Expression of Interest – Color Artist

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Expression of Interest – Color Artist

Published on 1 April 2026

Start date: Unknown

Occupation: Art Dept

Offer type: Customary fixed-term contract (intermittent)

Level: Middle, Senior

Contract: Full time

Location: On site, Paris

About the job

***Please note that there are currently no open positions. However, this offer allows you to express your interest in potential future opportunities.***

  • Create background paintings and color keys which will be used as references by the surfacing and lighting departments.
  • Might create color scripts.
  • Work closely with art director, production designer and directors.

Must have

  • Strong artistic skills in design, painting, perspective and composition.
  • Advanced software skills in Photoshop.
  • In-depth knowledge of lighting principles and balance.
  • Good understanding of volumes.
  • Good understanding of cinematography and light staging.
  • Understanding of layout and spacing.
  • Background in art history.

Portfolio Tips:

  • Candidates must have a good knowledge in drawing/painting.
  • We would like to see in the portfolios painting/watercolor, diversity, nature, car, color, white/black, atmosphere, poetry

Nice to have

  • Experience in traditional painting.
  • Previous experience on feature films.

About you

  • French and/or English fluency is required.
  • Good communication skills and ability to take notes and directions.
  • Ability to work within a team, prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.
  • Available or willing to relocate to Paris (remote work unavailable) .
  • We favor European Union citizens or candidates with French work permit. The process of obtaining a visa being so complex and timeconsuming, only foreign candidates with a significative experience will be considered, for a selection of senior jobs.

About us

Illumination Studios Paris is the leading studio for animated films in Europe.

Based in Paris, the studio is known for its blockbusters such as the franchise “Despicable Me”, “Minions”, “The Secret Life of Pets” and “Sing” – all produced by Illumination Entertainment for Universal Pictures.

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