Graduate Background Painter DMP Artist

Role: Graduate Background painter / DMP artist (Digital Matte Painting) Project: The Causeway Project - “Seagull Heist” (Short Film) Studio: Porcelain Studios (Cornwall, UK) Location: Fully Remote Eligibility: UK-based Graduates Apply here: https://forms.gle/W1u6msTqqq5AfvvEA Stuck between graduation and that first role? No experience, no contacts, and no clear way in? This is where you start. Porcelain Studios is launching its first short film, Seagull Heist — a mixed-media (2D/3D) animated project created to give graduates real production experience in a structured studio environment. This isn't a simulation or a classroom exercise. It's a live project with a clear production framework, defined roles, and a shared goal: to deliver a completed short film. The project was built by someone who understands how difficult it is to secure that first role without industry experience — and what's actually needed to get there. You'll work as part of a team, follow a production process, and contribute to something tangible you can point to. You'll leave with a credited role, material for your showreel and CV, and experience that reflects how production really works. Important Information:

• This is an unpaid volunteer role
• Open only to UK-based graduates with no prior creative industry experience.
• Work will be conducted fully remotely What You'll Gain 
• Credited Background painter / DMP artist role on a completed short film
• Portfolio and showreel material
• Experience to support production/coordination career paths
• Hands-on experience with animation production practices
• Opportunity to build a professional network within your cohort
• Feedback on your portfolio and CV Role Overview  From 3D Blender layouts, you'll be integral to creating the environment look for the film. Inspired by classic romantic Cornish Riviera posters with a touch of modern run-down ugliness, you'll be creating 2D multi-layered DMPs. Desirable Criteria 
• Previous production experience on collaborative student animation projects
• 2026 graduate in Animation, Film, Media Production, or related field
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Clear and professional communication
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and track progress independently
• Comfortable working remotely with distributed teams Graduates can be considered if they have no experience in a creative role since graduating Apply here: https://forms.gle/W1u6msTqqq5AfvvEA