Penciling/Inking Artist

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and creative Penciling Artist to join our Editorial team. As a penciler, you will be responsible for translating scripts, picture briefs, ideas, and story/situation boards into dynamic and expressive pencil sketches that serve as the foundation for final artwork. This role is ideal for someone with strong draftsmanship and a keen eye for composition.

Key Responsibilities Areas

• Create high-quality pencil illustrations based on scripts, picture briefs, and story/situation boards.
• Develop visual layouts, compositions, objects, and panel breakdowns for K-8 textbooks.
• Collaborate closely with editors, colorists, and graphic designers to bring vision to life.
• Maintain consistency in set styling, character design, proportions, and visual tone across all pages.
• Meet project deadlines while maintaining artistic quality and detail.
• Incorporate feedback and make revisions efficiently.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a penciling artist.
• Strong portfolio showcasing pencil work, character expressions, and situational sequences.
• Excellent understanding of anatomy, perspective, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency with traditional and/or digital drawing tools (e.g., pencil, ink, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, etc.).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to different artistic styles if required.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with publishers or production studios.
• Familiarity with inking and coloring processes.
• Understanding of K-8 textbook production pipelines.
• Passion for application of visual media in education.

To Apply

Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and a link to your portfolio or relevant work samples.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹23, ₹49,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person